06 Nov
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Southern Cross Community Healthcare
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Parramatta
06 Nov
Southern Cross Community Healthcare
Parramatta
About the role
Southern Cross Community Healthcare is seeking a Registered Nurse - Western Sydney to join our community-based team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support people to live safely, independently and confidently in their own homes and communities. Rather than working in a hospital or facility environment, you will provide nursing oversight, assessment and practical clinical support tailored to each person's individual needs.
You will work closely with individuals, families, support workers and other health professionals to ensure care is safe, coordinated and genuinely person-centred.
This is a full-time, hybrid role, working Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm. Some flexibility may be required.
Key responsibilities
· Complete nursing assessments and develop individualised care and support plans · Provide clinical oversight in individuals’ homes and community settings
· Support individuals with areas such as medication management, wound care, health monitoring and complex care needs
· Provide practical guidance and education to individuals, families and support workers
· Monitor changes in a individuals’ health and wellbeing and respond or escalate concerns appropriately
· Work collaboratively with GPs, allied health professionals, support coordinators and other members of an individual’s support network
· Promote each person's independence, choice, dignity and involvement in decisions about their care
· Maintain clear and accurate clinical documentation and record-keeping
· Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns
· Provide clinical guidance and support to community-based support workers where required
· Contribute to clinical governance, continuous improvement and protected, high-quality service delivery
What we're looking for
· Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse · Experience in a community setting, disability, complex care, or a similar community-based environment is desirable
· Strong clinical decision-making skills
· A person-centred approach and commitment to supporting people in their own homes
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with individuals, families and support teams
· Confidence working autonomously in the community while remaining connected with the broader operational team
· Strong organisational and time-management skills
· Commitment to safe, respectful and evidence-based practice
· Current Australian driver licence and access to reliable transport
What we offer
At Southern Cross Community Healthcare, our focus is on helping people live as independently as possible while receiving the support they need in their everyday lives. You will be part of a supportive team that values person-centred practice, collaboration and continuous learning.
About us
Southern Cross Community Healthcare provides personalised support to people living in their own homes and communities. Our approach is centred on the individual, their goals, preferences and the things that are important to them. We work alongside individuals, families and their broader support networks to provide safe, responsive and respectful care that promotes choice, independence and quality of life.
Apply now
If you are a Registered Nurse who enjoys working with people in their own homes and wants to make a genuine difference in the community, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in joining Southern Cross Community Healthcare.
📌 Registered Nurse -Western Sydney (Parramatta)
🏢 Southern Cross Community Healthcare
📍 Parramatta