Registered Nurse - Palliative Care

Make a meaningful difference with BlueCare

We’re looking for someone who wants to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts. To build meaningful relationships and make a difference in the lives of others.

An integral part of our big-hearted BlueCare team, as a Registered Nurse - Palliative Care you’ll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about.

Let’s make a meaningful difference, together.

What makes a difference for you?

With a Blue Nurses legacy dating back to 1953, BlueCare is one of Queensland’s largest and most trusted not-for-profit providers of community and in-home care, residential aged care, disability services and retirement living.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• 12 weeks paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme
• Access to salary packaging, meal and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits
• A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, a wellbeing program and employee assistance program
• A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others
• Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

Your part in our Blue Care team

• Exciting opportunities for RNs to be part of a specialised in-home palliative team

• Strong clinical support structure for you to growth and develop your expertise in Palliative care

• $40.45 - $52.00 per hour + exclusive discounts + Salary packaging benefits

We are actively seeking dedicated Registered Nurses with all levels of experience to join our rapidly growing team to provide high-quality end-of-life care to clients and their families.

BlueCare's specialised Palliative Care services is growing throughout Queensland.  Joining our team, you will be at the forefront of BlueCare's transformative journey to expand Palliative Care services across the state. This unique opportunity offers: 

• a diverse role that combines professional growth in both community services and Palliative Care.

• robust clinical structure and innovative service models, ensuring the delivery of exceptional end-of-life care.

We have opportunities available across all regional locations in Queensland. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage with various communities across Queensland, further enhancing your professional experience. You will be well supported by the Palliative Care and the wider BlueCare community service teams, so support is always there!  Importantly, you will contribute significantly to our core belief that every Queenslander deserves the highest standard of Palliative Care within the comfort of their own home.

What makes a difference for us?

• Current Registered Nurse Licence and Registration Certificate in the employing State.

• Hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree or an equivalent qualification.

• Exhibit mid to senior level proficiency in general nursing, showcasing clinical expertise and a person-centered care approach.

• Prior experience or ongoing pursuit of qualifications in Palliative Care, pain management, or acute care is highly valued.

• Demonstrated aptitude in effective communication and collaboration with clients and stakeholders to address care requirements.

• Possess a current driver's license and the confidence to navigate rural and remote areas of Queensland.

What makes a difference for you? 

With a Blue Nurses legacy dating back to 1953, BlueCare is one of Queensland’s largest and most trusted not-for-profit providers of community and in-home care, residential aged care, disability services and retirement living. 

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance 

• Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum 

• A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs 

• A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others 

• 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme 

• Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events

• Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference  

BlueCare is proudly part of the UnitingCare Family, we’d love you to be too

Joining the state’s largest network of aged care workers with its over 8,000 strong, bright team in blue, you’ll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. With more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, you are part of something bigger. Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.

Start making a difference today

Our application process takes less than 15 minutes – Click the ‘APPLY’ button to be taken to our online application process and upload your resume and cover letter. Our team are available to answer any questions you may have.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our approach is simple –everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.

Safe workplace

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.