With a track record that dates back to 1901, care is at our core.  We stand beside our clients during times of personal change, using experience and understanding to be the support they need. To meet the demands of our business, we are seeking experienced dementia specific Enrolled Nurses to work at our The Village site located in Inglewood.

Join Our Team as an Enrolled Nurse

The Role
As an Enrolled Nurse, you’ll be a vital member of our multi-disciplinary team, working alongside registered nurses, allied health professionals, hotel services, and site administration staff. Together, we deliver high-quality care that promotes choice, independence, and a meaningful quality of life for our residents.

About the Site
Our Village comprises 56 private rooms across six thoughtfully designed houses, each tailored to support individuals living with dementia. Araluen House, in particular, provides specialized care for residents experiencing more complex dementia symptoms, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

On Offer: Casual Work Opportunities

We are currently offering casual work opportunities for candidates who are available to cover urgent shifts. The ideal candidate will have flexibility to work:

• Morning Shifts: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Afternoon/Evening Shifts: 3:00 PM – 11:15 PM
• Days Available: Monday through Sunday

If you're reliable, adaptable, and ready to jump in when needed, we’d love to hear from you!

About You
You bring compassion, clinical expertise, and a commitment to person-centered care. Your role will involve delivering safe, respectful, and individualized support that aligns with each resident’s personal values and preferences. This includes:

• Assisting with hygiene, grooming, and continence care
• Supporting nutrition, hydration, and medication administration
• Facilitating mobility and providing wound care
• Encouraging companionship and social engagement

You will also take ownership of specialist clinical portfolios, which may include:

• Continence and nutrition/weight management
• Wound and falls management
• Behaviours of concern and pain management
• Medication administration and infection control

To Be Successful, You Will Have:

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in aged care, with a focus on dementia care
• Strong clinical skills and a commitment to excellence in care delivery
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
• Leadership qualities and the ability to guide shifts with empathy and mentorship

 If this sounds like the right role for you, Brightwater offers:

• The ability to salary package up to $18,550 annually, meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your take-home.
• Career development, and professional development opportunities, as well as 5 days of professional development leave each year
• Our unique staff benefits program, including access to BrightwaterPlus which gives you discounts with over 370 retailers 
• Private Health benefits and discounts 

About Brightwater

Brightwater has over 100 years of care experience. We are experts in our field, and as one of the country’s largest care providers, we have the resources to innovate, adapt and empower our clients and staff. Our team members use their Brightwater Spirit to enable our clients to pursue the dignity of independence – the Brightwater Mission.

If you share a spirit that is caring, authentic, progressive and courageous then please read the attached job description for more information on the role, including a full list of duties and selection criteria to address. Applications can be made at any time and we will prioritise those looking for work immediately. 

At Brightwater, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, thoughts, and beliefs. We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation where our clients and staff can flourish.

Brightwater. We see what others don’t.