Clinical Care Lead – Aged Care

Opal Healthcare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Opal HealthCare in Sydney's northwest invites a Care Manager to join the leadership team. You will partner with the General Manager and Regional teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care across our Epping Grand Care Community and network of communities.

This hands-on role balances governance, workforce capability, and performance, ensuring compliance with Aged Care Act 2024, Quality Standards, and AN-ACC.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration and at least 3 years' experience.
• Experience leading clinical teams in residential aged care.
• Solid understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and AN-ACC.
• Proven ability to lead change, manage risk, and drive outcomes.
• Mentor with a values-led leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical care delivery ensuring compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory obligations.
• Oversee care planning, admissions reviews, and changes in resident condition.
• Monitor and analyse clinical indicators, incidents and risk trends.
• Apply evidence-based practice to improve outcomes.
• Build relationships with GPs, hospitals and allied health providers.
• Ensure adherence to Aged Care Act 2024 requirements and reporting obligations.
• Drive continuous improvement, audit readiness, and clinical excellence.
• Lead compliance with incident management and accreditation standards.
• Foster a values-led, high-performing culture.
• Oversee education, onboarding and competency development.

Skills

Nursing leadership

AHPRA registration

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Opal HealthCare in Sydney's northwest invites a Care Manager to join the leadership team. You will partner with the General Manager and Regional teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care across our Epping Grand Care Community and network of communities.

This hands-on role balances governance, workforce capability, and performance, ensuring compliance with Aged Care Act 2024, Quality Standards, and AN-ACC.