Enrolled Nurse - Residential Aged Care

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse – Residential Aged Care (murrenda)

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Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be Healthier Together. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About us

murrenda Residential Aged Care Home was named by Elders from the Wurundjeri people using the traditional woi wurrung language and means ‘Life or Living’. This beautifully represents the culture and care model of the home, which supports people with complex medical and psychogeriatric care needs.

Apple Tree Lane

Apple Tree Lane is a 30-single bedroom home caring for people with complex health and aged-related disease which may include symptoms of chronic organ failure such as heart, lung, renal failure and diseases such as cancer, diabetes, osteoarthritis, symptoms of Dementia's, complex wounds, suprapubic and indwelling catheters, enteral feeding, tracheostomy, living in bariatric bodies and complex social circumstances. 

People living in the home are supported by a model of care including Nursing, Leisure and Lifestyle, Allied Health specialists, GP's and Geriatricians. 

Blue Wren Walk and Cherry Blossom Grove

Blue Wren Walk and Cherry Blossom Grove each comprise 30 single bedrooms specialising in Aged Persons Mental Health care. The model of care is designed to support and enrich the lives of older adults living with mental health diagnoses and/or symptoms of dementia. Care is delivered through a multidisciplinary approach involving nursing staff, leisure and lifestyle teams, allied health professionals, general practitioners, geriatricians, and psychiatrists.

Both home care for people with complex health and aged-related disease which may include symptoms of chronic organ failure such as heart, lung, renal failure, diseases such as cancer, diabetes, osteoarthritis and behaviours and psychiatric symptoms of Dementia, mental health disease and complex social circumstances.

Discovery and Interview Day – 5th October 2026 9:30am to 3pm

We’re excited to welcome applicants to our Discovery Day, where you’ll have the opportunity to explore our workplace, connect with our team, and discover the rewarding career opportunities that await you. The Discovery Day will be held at murrenda Home which will enable qualified Enrolled Nurses to learn about the home, Model of Care, Workforce Model and then participate in a tour. If you would like to continue with an application and interview you are invited to stay with us to participate in our recruitment process including an interview.

We will provide a like lunch and there is a Café on site for your convenience.

If you are interested in the Discovery and Interview Day please bring:

• Your Curriculum Vitae


• Cover Letter & Referee list (at least 2 with current line manager as one please.)


• Visa (If relevant)

About the role

We are seeking Enrolled Nurses who have a passion for geriatric nursing and providing individualised, engaging care to people living in the home.

As an Enrolled Nurse you will be responsible for the provision of person focused holistic nursing care under the direction of Registered Nurses.

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:

• Supporting individuals in all activities of daily living and delivering engaging person centred care that meets best practice standards and in line with policies.


• Demonstrating respect for resident’s values, customs and spiritual beliefs to support care that is effective and culturally appropriate.

The Enrolled Nurse is a key professional supporting personal care requirement, social interaction with community and family, assessments, documentation and medication management.

About you 

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will have:

• A current, condition-free registration with AHPRA


• At least one year experience working in Aged Care


• Availability to work a rotating roster and variable shifts


• Exposure caring for residents with challenging behaviours (desirable)


• A current National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) workers screening check


• Enthusiastic, energetic and passionate in identifying new strategies for positive behaviour management


• A strong commitment to high-quality care


• The ability to work as part of a diverse team

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 


• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 


• Study and professional development leave 


• Opportunity to attend educational sessions


• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 


• Fitness Passport


• Employee Assistance program


• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 


• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 


• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.


• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.


• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.


• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.


• Advertising may end before the closing date.


• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here to view the position description

Contact Person: Nursing and Midwifery Workforce Unit

Contact Number: 03 9095 2451

Contact Email: [email protected]

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe and Welcoming | Partnering in care | Innovate, Learn and Lead