• Unique opportunity to support those who have supported others
• Community aged care focus
• Permanent part-time (3 days a week, Wednesday to Friday)

About us

The Sisters of Mercy Parramatta is a Catholic women’s religious congregation. Founded in 1888, the Sisters are engaged in many roles and ministries, including in school education; parishes; health; aged care; spirituality and retreat centres; adult education; faith formation; advocacy; and social justice. The Sisters operate both locally and in neighbouring developing countries. Their values are mercy, human dignity, justice, service and option for the poor.

Today, there are around 41 Sisters living independently in the community across Sydney, including Cronulla in the south, to Turramurra in the north, from Little Bay in the east to Blacktown in the west.

Many of the Sisters are ageing and need support to continue to live fulfilling lives. They are seeking a compassionate Health and Wellbeing Nurse to join their small team on a part-time basis.

About the role

Working collaboratively with the Health and Wellbeing Coordinator and other members of the Health and Wellbeing team, you will ensure the provision of holistic care and wellbeing support for the Sisters of Mercy Parramatta, particularly those who through frailty have increasing needs in maintaining their independence and social engagement.

You will contribute to the implementation of objectives, strategies and education of the Sisters; and build rapport and trusting relationships with the Sisters, so as to effectively assess their needs and enable them to live life to the fullest.

In consultation with the Health and Wellbeing Coordinator, you will coordinate health and wellbeing services tailored to the needs of each Sister, and develop and review health care and wellbeing plans as required.

Using your superior communication skills, you will liaise with healthcare providers (medical, aged and mental health) to integrate medical support into programs and respond quickly and proactively regarding Sisters’ health and wellbeing issues and concerns.

You will maintain regular contact with each Sister and provide information on rights and responsibilities concerning current and future health and aged care issues.

The role is an ongoing part-time position, three days a week. You must be available to work Wednesday to Friday and to be on call at least every third weekend.

While the role is based at the Congregation Centre in Victoria Road, Parramatta, as it is largely community-based, it may be performed remotely. Travel to the Sisters’ residences in various parts of Sydney will be required, as will a drivers’ licence and access to a fully maintained motor vehicle.

About you                                                                                                      

Ideally, you will be a registered nurse with experience in community aged care. However, candidates who are enrolled nurses and/or who only have experience working in a hospital or residential aged care setting will also be considered.

Specifically, as the ideal candidate you will meet the following Key Requirements:

• Registered Nurse, however, candidates with other relevant nursing qualifications and experience will be considered
• Relevant experience in community health care and/or aged care and case management skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislative requirements (such as the Aged Care Act) and quality standards in the provision of aged and community care services – desirable
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team and to build rapport with the Sisters
• Understanding of the issues facing the elderly
• Ability to act with discretion and to maintain confidentiality
• Flexible approach to work
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence, access to a fully insured and maintained motor vehicle and capacity and willingness to travel regularly
• Willingness to uphold the ethos and mission of the Sisters of Mercy Parramatta.

What’s on Offer?

• An opportunity to be part of a team that makes a difference to the lives of those who have supported others
• Attractive salary with the option to salary package (which may increase your take-home pay)
• Opportunity to negotiate days and hours worked.

Next Steps

To obtain a copy of the Position Description or enquire about the role, please contact Nevine Piperides at Reach HR on 0418 698 327 or [email protected].

Applications should include a resume and brief cover letter addressing how your skills, knowledge, experience and personal attributes align with each of the Key Requirements of the role as outlined above.

Applications are to be sent to Nevine at [email protected] by Tuesday, 18 February 2025.

Additional requirements

The Sisters of Mercy Parramatta are committed to ensuring zero tolerance of abuse in all its forms by creating a culture of safety and respect for all. Preferred candidates will be required to undertake a National Criminal History Check and Working With Children Check and appointment will be subject to satisfactory check outcomes.

Preferred candidates will also be required to show proof of vaccination status consistent with public health orders and the Sisters of Mercy Parramatta policy (includes but is not limited to Covid-19 and seasonal influenza vaccination compliance requirements).

As this is an ongoing role, only candidates with the unrestricted right to work in Australia may apply for this position.