Community Registered Nurse – Ashfield

The Rev. Bill Crews Foundation is one of Sydney’s largest frontline charities and has been operating for almost 40 years.

Our mission is to provide assistance to address the cause and effect of homelessness and poverty, faced by marginalised individuals. We succeed in achieving this through a combination of caring services like food provision, medical and social welfare, and education.

ABOUT US

Our Healthcare Team operates fully equipped Medical Clinics offering safe, high-quality healthcare to people experiencing homelessness, disadvantage, and social isolation.

Our team of doctors, nurses, dentists, allied health professionals, and case workers work together to deliver compassionate, holistic care to those who need it most.

Following the launch of our new Blacktown Medical Clinic, we’re proud to now support communities across both Ashfield and Western Sydney.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Registered Nurse to join the work that we do for our community.

This role offers flexibility, you’ll have the choice of a part-time or casual arrangement, depending on what best suits your lifestyle.

You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, social workers, AOD specialists, and allied health staff to support clients with both physical and psychosocial health needs.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide clinical nursing advice, care, and comfort to marginalised patients with empathy and a non-judgemental approach.
• Facilitate patient triage, administer vaccinations (adults & children), perform wound care, assist with minor procedures, and conduct phlebotomy.
• Deliver nursing assessments, mental health assessments, and chronic disease management plans.
• Manage recall and reminder systems, clinical data, and accreditation compliance.
• Coordinate infection control processes and cold chain management.
• Promote preventative health and wellbeing in complex social contexts.
• Conduct outreach visits as part of our primary care team when required.

YOU WILL HAVE

• Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse (List A).
• Minimum 3 years’ clinical experience, ideally in community health, or GP practice settings.
• Understanding of trauma-informed and harm minimisation frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build trust with diverse clients.
• Experience using clinical systems (HELIX, Best Practice or similar).
• Unrestricted driver’s licence (essential for outreach work).
• BLS certificate and up-to-date CPD and immunisation requirements.
• Compassionate, adaptable, and passionate about improving healthcare access for those most in need.
• Experience working with people experiencing mental health, AOD, homelessness, or refugee-related challenges is highly regarded.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

If your application is shortlisted, the next steps may include:

• Phone screen
• Interview
• A brief supported trial, including meeting the team and becoming familiar with the service environment

This process is designed to be supportive and informative, giving you the opportunity to experience the role and feel confident about joining our team.

WHY JOIN US?

At BCF, you’ll be part of a compassionate, inclusive team committed to safety, dignity and hope.

We offer:

• Access to salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 tax-free)
• Ongoing professional development and supervision
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• WhereFit Health & Wellbeing Program
• A collaborative and supportive workplace culture

READY TO APPLY?

If you’re a compassionate RN with a community heart and a drive to support those doing it tough! Click “Apply Now” to submit your application. When applying, please specify your availability in a cover letter.

Bill Crews Charitable Trust and the Exodus Foundation are separate but closely cooperating entities. Together, they deliver services and programs under the Rev. Bill Crews Foundation brand name, working to support those in need.

All Bill Crews Foundation employees are required to have completed at least three (3) COVID-19 vaccinations, including booster doses approved by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required prior to commencing employment.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. The successful candidate will also need to complete a Working With Children Check and a Police Check as part of the employment process.

Please Note: This position is managed directly by the BCF People and Culture team. While we value the interest of recruitment agencies and external businesses, we are not seeking third-party support for this role at this time.

On-site • Contract • Part-time • Mid-Level

45 AUD – 51 AUD (Hour)

The Rev. Bill Crews Foundation provides direct assistance to address the cause and effect of homelessness, poverty and disadvantage. We succeed in achieving this through caring services including food provision, social welfare and education support.