Clinical Manager

St Vincent's Health Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,990 p.a.

Novated leasing

Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,

650 per annum

Fitness Passport (FP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

St Vincent’s Care Services Bronte is seeking a Clinical Manager to lead clinical operations, ensure high-quality, person-centred care, and drive continuous improvement within a boutique 107-bed aged care facility by the beach in Sydney.

As a Registered Nurse with an AHPRA registration, you will oversee day-to-day operations, maintain strong resident relations and ensure compliance with Aged Care Act and accreditation processes, while fostering a collaborative leadership culture.

Qualifications

• AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Experienced in managing clinical services in aged care.
• Strong knowledge of the Aged Care Act and Accreditation process.
• Demonstrated collaborative leadership style.
• High level of customer service and communication skills.
• Understanding of resident rights and responsibilities.
• Responsible Person screening checks completed.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day clinical operations and care delivery in Bronte facility.
• Drive continuous quality improvement initiatives and safe workplace practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to support residents’ needs and preferences.
• Ensure compliance with aged care regulations and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Aged Care experience

Quality improvement

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse (AHPRA)

Tools

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a special kind of person – a St Vincent’s kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do. As a Clinical Manager, you’ll be part of an experienced, engaged and dedicated team helping to create a welcoming, professional and supportive care experience for the residents of St Vincent’s Care Services Bronte. St Vincent's Care Services Bronte is a boutique facility located in one of Sydney's beautiful beachside neighbourhoods. Our 107-bed facility offers a high standard of holistic care as well as specialist dementia accommodation. At St Vincent’s Care, our Heartprint model ensures compassionate, holistic, person-centred care that empowers residents and fosters a sense of belonging, independence, and cultural respect, creating a life filled with purpose and wellbeing. We are seeking people who are passionate about providing care that is sensitive to resident’s individualised needs, preferences and choices and are committed to building strong, meaningful connections with residents. What’s on your resume is important, but what’s in your heart matters more. Because at St Vincent’s, kindness works for us.

This is a full‑time Fixed Term role for 6 weeks.

Key Requirements

• AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse
• Proven experience managing clinical service provision preferably in an Aged Care facility, fostering a safe workplace and driving continuous quality improvement initiatives to develop sustainable practice
• Excellent understanding of the Aged Care Act with knowledge and experience of the Aged Care Accreditation process
• Demonstrated collaborative leadership style
• High level of customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Understanding of Aged Care and resident rights and responsibilities
• Successful completion and maintenance of Responsible Person screening checks
• This position is considered a ‘Responsible Person’ role, being accountable for day-to-day operations, and having authority, decision‑making, influence & responsibility for planning and directing activities within our organisation

Benefits

• Join an inclusive, compassionate, and purpose‑led organisation committed to social justice, equity, and leading as One St Vincent's
• More take‑home pay with competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990
• Novated leasing
• An optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
• Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Excellent internal career development and more!

Pre‑Employment Checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all required pre‑employment checks, including NDIS Worker Screening checks.

Equal Opportunity and Reconciliation

At St Vincent’s, we value inclusivity and diversity. We acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, fair, and impartial, and we invite people from all backgrounds to join us. St Vincent’s Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s unique perspectives, knowledge, and culture. We warmly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation, https://www.svcs.org.au/people/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-recruitment

Reconciliation Action Plan

Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [e-mail]

Closing Date: 21 October 2026 11:59pm

About St Vincent’s Health Australia

St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not‑for‑profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.