Introduction:
Help at Home | Kalyra
Kalyra has been supporting South Australians for 130 years! We take pride in delivering outstanding service and care through Residential Aged Care, In-Home Support, Retirement Living and Affordable Housing. We exist so that people can live in communities where they feel they belong, enhancing their living. When you join Kalyra, you join a team that makes having a career in Aged Care fun, inspiring and rewarding – it’s different here!
As a Community Registered Nurse with Help at Home based in Mt Barker / Murray Bridge, covering the Mt Marker and Murray Bridge regions, with some travel to other Kalyra locations as needed, this is a dynamic and rewarding role with autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to genuinely improve client wellbeing.
Description:
About the Role
Kalyra is a trusted, values-driven organisation dedicated to supporting older Australians to live fulfilling, independent lives within their communities. With a strong focus on person-centred care, Kalyra fosters a compassionate and collaborative environment where Registered Nurses in Community Services are empowered to deliver high quality clinical care to clients in their homes, supporting them to maintain independence and quality of life. This is a permanent full-time position based from Kalyra’s Mt Barker / Murray Bridge offices, working predominantly across the Mt Marker and Murray Bridge region with occasional travel to other Kalyra locations as required. Joining Kalyra means becoming part of a supportive team that values respect, integrity, and excellence, while offering opportunities for professional growth and development in a truly rewarding role.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver clinical care including medication management, wound care, palliative care, and other complex needs.
Complete clinical assessments and develop person‑centred support plans.
Provide clinical guidance to Enrolled Nurses and credentialled care staff.
Liaise with clients, families, carers, and health professionals.
Provide training, coaching, and support to team members.
Review and update clinical care requirements in line with best practice.
Promote a safe, high‑quality service environment.
Skills and Experiences:
What You Need to Succeed
Qualifications & Registrations
Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and current practicing certificate.
Current CPR Certificate.
Current SA driver’s licence.
Satisfactory police clearance.
Skills & Experience
Nursing experience in aged and/or community care is highly desirable.
Highly developed skills in client nursing and personal care.
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Possess a sound knowledge of current issues relating to the aged and community care industry.
Understanding of and commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Understanding of and commitment to Work Health and Safety legislation affecting practice.
Knowledge of and developed skills in working with records and information management in an electronic environment.
Understanding and commitment to follow Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Standards of Practice.
Comprehensive knowledge of the ageing process and particular aged related health issues.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to work without close supervision and recognise times when matters require referral.
Well developed customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service and implementing continuous improvement.
Well developed communication skills with the ability to relate effectively to a wide range of people.
What We Offer
Vehicle: $10,500 vehicle allowance or a fully maintained vehicle.
Increased take-home pay by up to $15,899 with salary packaging, plus a tax- free meal and entertainment card worth up to $2,650.
Flexible, family-friendly working arrangements.
A supportive, collaborative team environment.
Opportunities for growth, development, and ongoing learning, with internal and external training opportunities.
Annual “thank you” dinner, plus an end-of-year celebration with a gift of appreciation.
Employee assistance and wellbeing programs, including confidential counselling, free vaccinations, onsite physiotherapy for all staff and free participation in community events.
The chance to build strong relationships and make a visible difference in your community
Ready to Apply?
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older South Australians, we encourage you to apply. If you're a compassionate and capable Registered Nurse who values flexibility, autonomy, and community connection, join Kalyra and be part of a supportive, values-driven team where your skills as a Registered Nurse in Community Services will be recognised and valued. Take the next step in your career and help empower clients to live independently in their own homes—submit your application today and make a positive impact with Kalyra.
