Permanent full-time | Based in North Adelaide
Competitive wages $61-$68 per hour base + Super + tax-free salary packaging options
Lead clinical teams and ensure the safe, high-quality delivery of care in our large aged care facility
About us
Our client is a not-for-profit provider delivering high-quality residential aged care in Adelaide metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care grounded in respect, dignity and continuous improvement.
The opportunity
As we farewell a valued leader, we're seeking an exceptional Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) to co-lead our clinical operations across a 110+ bed facility. Working alongside another CNM and reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, you'll provide day-to-day clinical oversight for allocated Houses and inspire a high-performing team.
Key responsibilities
Lead and mentor CNs, RNs, ENs, and PCWs.
Oversee clinical documentation, incident investigations, SIRS reporting and care plan reviews.
Monitor and act on clinical indicators and partner with the Quality Manager on quarterly submissions.
Chair multidisciplinary/high-risk meetings and drive clinical education.
Ensure compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards and advance our Continuous Improvement Program.
Be a visible, hands-on leader: engage with residents and families, manage emerging risks and model best practice.
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions).
Extensive clinical experience in residential aged care.
Demonstrated leadership: mentoring, performance management and team development.
Robust knowledge of ACQS, SIRS, defensible documentation and clinical indicator reporting.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Empathy and respect for older persons from diverse backgrounds.
Commitment to improving quality of life for older people.
Experience with Telstra Health iCare and MediMap (or similar digital clinical systems).
What we offer
Competitive salary with salary packaging (NFP) and on-call allowance as per rotating roster.
Supportive, collaborative leadership team.
Ongoing professional development and career growth.
Staff wellbeing initiatives and access to EAP.
A rewarding role that makes a genuine difference.
Veterans are encouraged to apply. At HCA we are committed to embracing diversity and committed to providing a safe working workplace.
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📌 Clinical Nurse Manager
🏢 Healthcare Australia
📍 Australia