Altaira is currently seeking Enrolled Nurses to join our dedicated team working within Private Acute Care across Melbourne and surrounding areas. With us, you have the flexibility to choose your preferred working hours and locations. In addition to competitive hourly rates, we offer a range of perks and bonuses!

- High hourly rate
- You choose when and where you want to work with our flexible and easy to use online system.
- Variety and quantity of shifts - AM PM ND and weekends
- 24/7 support from our clinical team - help is only ever a call away
- Excellent clients with good systems and support
- We can provide additional training and opportunities if you would like to further develop your aged care career
- Job Security
- Bonus schemes and allowances
- Free Training for CPD points and mandatory annual updates
- Friendly office staff
- Family friendly culture
- Access to mental health and wellness initiatives
- Invaluable ongoing support and encouragement.

What you’ll do:

- Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with care plans, hospital policies, and ANMC standards
- Provide patient-centred care to support acute clinical, physical, and psychosocial needs
- Administer medications and treatments safely within scope of practice and hospital protocols
- Work under the direction and delegation of Registered Nurses, escalating deterioration or clinical concerns promptly
- Monitor, assess, and report changes in patient condition, including vital signs and clinical observations
- Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant clinical documentation in hospital systems
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care
- Practise within scope, maintaining accountability and adherence to clinical governance and hospital procedures




- Maintain current clinical knowledge and competencies through ongoing professional developmentAssist in coordinating patient care activities in collaboration with the healthcare team
- Provide supervision and support to Assistants in Nursing (AINs), students, and junior staff as required
- Participate in orientation and support of new and agency staff
- Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety, and infection control initiatives
- Build skilled relationships with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team
- Report clinical incidents, risks, and near misses in accordance with hospital reporting systems
- Respond to clinical emergencies and deteriorating patients as required, including participation in rapid response systems
- Comply with hospital Quality, Safety, and Work Health & Safety policies and procedures
- Identify and report clinical and environmental risks to maintain a safe patient care environment
- Uphold strict patient privacy and confidentiality in line with healthcare legislation
- Undertake additional duties within scope to support efficient ward/unit operations.

Please include your AHPRA number in your application.

Altaira is a national labour hire and recruitment agency, delivering experienced staffing solutions across Healthcare and Nursing, Allied Health, Hospitality, and Cleaning Services for both short-term and permanent placements. Since 2008, Altaira has specialised in supporting the Aged Care and Community sectors, with a long-standing commitment to making these areas the core of its business. We are recognised for our strong clinical governance and innovative approach to workforce solutions. Altaira partners closely with aged care facilities and other organisations to drive meaningful outcomes, contributing positively to the healthcare industry and the broader community.

We are an inclusive and family-friendly organisation. We encourage people from diverse cultural backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disabilities.

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📌 Enrolled Nurse (Private Acute Care) (Melbourne)
🏢 Altaira
📍 Melbourne