Clinical Care Advisor - RN

Kalwun Development Corporation; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Salary sacrifice benefits

Meal and entertainment expenses

Supportive team culture

Indigenous health focus

Job summary

Kalwun Development Corporation is seeking an experienced Clinical Care Advisor - Registered Nurse to provide clinical leadership, care coordination and case management for older people living in the community on the Gold Coast. The role emphasizes culturally safe, person-centred practice and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will manage a dedicated client caseload, support Elders and families, and oversee nursing services, care plans and referrals to allied

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted registration as an RN with AHPRA.
• Experience in aged care, community nursing, care coordination or case management.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive clinical and care assessments.
• Develop, implement and review client care plans.
• Monitor health status and clinical risks.
• Coordinate referrals to allied health, medical and community services.
• Coordinate services across Support at Home, CHSP and other funded programs.
• Manage client caseloads, service delivery and reviews.
• Provide nursing services including medication management, continence care and chronic disease support.
• Lead and support staff and participate in governance and quality improvement.

Skills

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Aged Care experience

Care coordination

Case management

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Culturally safe practice

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (implied)

Tools

None

Job description

Join the Kalwun Team - Make a Real Impact in Community!

Kalwun is a leading Aboriginal community-controlled organisation delivering culturally safe health, aged care and community services across the Gold Coast and surrounding regions. We are committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to live healthy, strong and connected lives while respecting culture, community and choice.

As we continue to grow our Seniors Services team, we are seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Care Advisor - Registered Nurse to provide clinical leadership, care coordination and case management support to older people living in the community.

About the role

Reporting to the General Manager, the Clinical Care Advisor - Registered Nurse will manage a dedicated client caseload and work closely with Elders and Seniors, families, carers, Support Workers, Care Advisors, and internal and external health professionals to deliver high-quality, person-centered care.

This role combines nursing expertise with care coordination and clinical leadership to ensure clients receive the right support, at the right time, while maintaining their independence and wellbeing at home.

What you'll be doing

• Clinical Care and Assessments
  • Undertake comprehensive clinical and care assessments.
  • Develop, implement and review client care plans.
  • Monitor health status and clinical risks.
  • Support wellness, reablement and restorative care approaches.
  • Coordinate referrals to allied health, medical and community services.
• Care Coordination and Case Management
  • Coordinate services across Support at Home, CHSP, NATSIFAC and other funded programs.
  • Manage client caseloads, service delivery and reviews.
  • Monitor client budgets and funding utilisation.
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes.
• Clinical Service Delivery -Provide nursing services including:
  • Medication management
  • Continence care
  • Catheter care
  • Chronic disease support
  • Health education and health promotion
  • Clinical monitoring and follow-up care
• Leadership and Quality Improvement
  • Provide clinical guidance and support to staff.
  • Manage a team of Care Advisors
  • Participate in clinical governance and quality improvement activities.
  • Support compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and aged care legislation.
  • Contribute to audits, accreditation and service development initiatives.
• Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience in Aged Care, community nursing, care coordination or case management.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and aged care programs.
• Experience managing client caseloads and care planning.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to culturally safe and person-centred practice.
• Current Driver Licence (minimum Ps).

Highly regarded

• Experience working within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health or community services.
• Understanding of Support at Home and client budget management.
• Experience supporting quality improvement and accreditation processes.
• Leadership, mentoring or clinical supervision experience.

Additional Requirements

• National police check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Evidence of vaccinations as required by legislation and organisational policy.

What we offer

At Kalwun, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We value collaboration, respect, accountability and a commitment to improving outcomes for our communities.

• Competitive salary of $101,000 per annum plus super
• Salary sacrifice of $15,900 per annum which can significantly increase your take home pay, plus meal and entertainment expenses of $2,650
• Company that is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our community
• 5 weeks annual leave + extra paid personal leave
• Opportunity to work within a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation.
• Meaningful work supporting Elders and Seniors to remain independent.
• Supportive and inclusive team culture.
• A workplace where mob lead the way.

Kalwun strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. We are committed to creating a culturally safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where staff and clients feel valued, heard and supported.

Together, let’s build stronger futures for our kids, our families, and our communities.