Casual School Nurse at Carey

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Triage, Nursing Assessments, Clinical Records Maintenance, First Aid Kit Management, Emergency Response, Medical Emergency Support, Facility Maintenance, AHPRA Registration, Clinical Experience, Paediatric Experience, Critical Care, First Aid Certification, CPR Certification, Anaphylaxis Certification, Intranasal Midazolam Administration, Diabetes in Schools Training

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

The Role: The Casual School Nurse will work across Carey campuses, including Kew, Donvale and Bulleen, with the possibility of attending school camps at various locations. The role involves triaging students who present to First Aid, conducting nursing assessments, maintaining accurate and timely clinical records, and supporting the restocking and distribution of first aid kits. The School Nurse also forms part of the School’s emergency response procedures, supporting staff to deliver safe and appropriate care in the event of a medical emergency. In addition, the role assists in ensuring first aid facilities and supplies are maintained in a professional and safe manner. Applicants must hold current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and have a minimum of two years’ clinical experience post-registration. Please note, this role is not open to Enrolled Nurses. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply?! The Average Day: Complete initial assessments and triage accordingly students and staff presenting to First Aid Attend medical call outs across the school Assist in the running, cleaning and provision of the First Aid area and its facilities Communicate via phone, email or in-person with families and staff, as required Providing general administration, as required Ensure medical information is correctly recorded Complete stocktakes of first aid supplies, as required Assist with ordering of stock, as required Review shared email inbox Complete handover to other nursing staff Complete Incident Forms, as required Use and update online systems for communication and medical entries The Person: To be successful in this position, you will have: Current, unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in clinical practice Paediatric Experience in a critical care setting will with highly regarded First Aid, CPR & Anaphylaxis certificate (or willing to obtain) Registered Anaphylaxis verifier (22579VIC) Comfortable in administering intranasal midazolam (desirable) Diabetes in Schools – Level 1 & 2 (desirable) Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team Experience in emergency services is highly desirable Understanding of OHS in a school setting A valid Employee Working with Children Check is a requirement of employment for this position. The School: At Carey, our staff are integral members of our vibrant community, embodying a deep commitment to learning and an innate ability to ignite the same passions within our students. Grounded in the core values of Care, Growth, and Respect, our staff play a pivotal role in nurturing a culture where every individual is valued, supported, and inspired to thrive. The Perks: A career at Carey, provides staff with access to: Competitive remuneration Access to outstanding facilities and resources A supported and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued and encouraged ...And much more! Want to find out more? If you are interested in a career at Carey, we're excited to hear from you! Click "Apply Now" to submit your up-to-date Curriculum Vitae by 27 February 2026. Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Let's work together to inspire young minds at Carey! To find out more about this opportunity, download the Position Description here. Carey Baptist Grammar School is committed to providing a safe environment for all students, acting in their best interests, promoting their wellbeing and keeping them safe at all times. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

Responsibilities

The Casual School Nurse will triage students presenting to First Aid, conduct nursing assessments, maintain clinical records, and support first aid kit restocking across various school campuses. This role also involves participating in emergency response procedures and ensuring first aid facilities are maintained safely and professionally.