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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in clinical management and delivery of high-quality resident care, ensuring compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and effective team leadership. Proficient in overseeing clinical documentation, medication management, and fostering a culture of learning and accountability.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Current AHPRA RegistrationBachelor of Nursing5 Years Senior Nursing ExperienceKnowledge of Aged Care Quality StandardsExperience with Staff Recruitment and Performance Management
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Hard Skills
Clinical ManagementMedication ManagementClinical DocumentationCare PlanningInfection Prevention and ControlQuality Assurance ProgramsPsychotropic ManagementCost-Effective PlanningResident AssessmentsContinuous Improvement Initiatives
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingCoaching and Mentoring
Tools & Technologies
AutumnCare Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Gerontology Certificate or DiplomaCurrent National Police CheckDrivers Licence
Industry Keywords
Aged Care Quality StandardsCharter of Aged Care RightsResidential Aged CareClinical GovernanceQuality Reporting
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee end-to-end delivery of high-quality clinical care
- Provide expert guidance to staff and support the Service Manager in operational leadership
- Oversee resident documentation, clinical supplies, pharmacy, and stock control within budget
- Ensure safe management of medications, controlled drugs, and oxygen supplies
- Contribute to cost-effective planning and high-quality resident care
- Ensure delivery of person-centred care aligned with Aged Care Quality Standards
- Oversee clinical documentation and care planning
- Support resident assessments, admissions, and ongoing care reviews
- Encourage resident and family involvement in care decisions
- Ensure compliance with the Charter of Aged Care Rights
- Lead recruitment, rostering, performance management, and staff development
- Promote a culture of learning, teamwork, and professional accountability
- Ensure nursing staff are appropriately qualified, competent, and supported
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and ongoing education in collaboration with HR
- Lead clinical meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage clinical indicators, mandatory quality reporting, and corrective actions
- Oversee psychotropic management and quality data submissions
- Ensure best-practice infection prevention and control standards are met
Requirements
What you’ll need- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 years’ senior nursing / clinical management experience in Residential Aged Care
- Strong knowledge of and compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and accreditation processes
- Working knowledge of AN-ACC and Quality Assurance Programs
- Experience with staff recruitment, onboarding, rostering, performance management and team development
- Proven ability to lead, communicate, and collaborate across management, staff, residents, families, medical officers, and allied health professionals
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and proactive problem-solving skills
- Current National Police Check & Drivers Licence
- Gerontology Certificate or Diploma (or willingness to obtain) (desirable)
- Experience working closely with Clinical Governance and Quality teams (desirable)
- Knowledge of AutumnCare software (highly regarded)
- Valid national police check and pre-employment medical assessment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive Remuneration
- Collaboration & partnership with a pioneering Central Support Team dedicated to innovation and enhancement
- Dedicated admissions team to ensure optimal occupancy
- Work-life Balance with flexible working hours
- 24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tenure rewards
- Supportive team culture
- Career pathways and opportunities across Palm Lake Group
- Smoke-free workplaces