Clinical Nurse Consultant - Sheoak Lodge
Government of South Australia
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Job summary
SA Health invites applications for a Clinical Nurse Consultant at Sheoak Lodge in Millicent, SA. This role focuses on shaping a new Clinical Nurse Consultant position, leading clinical practice improvements and mentoring nursing and care teams to deliver safe, person-centred care.
You will partner with the Nurse Unit Manager to drive quality improvements, strengthen governance, and promote dignity and wellbeing for residents within a large regional health service network.
Qualifications
- Be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse or Nurse/Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practising certificate.
- Have at least three years' post-registration nursing and/or midwifery experience, with demonstrated competence in the aged care environment.
- Demonstrate experience in clinical leadership, management and supervision of nursing staff, students and less experienced clinicians.
- Possess strong knowledge of aged care legislation, professional standards, clinical governance and contemporary evidence-based nursing practice.
- Demonstrate highly developed communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to lead change, support consumer engagement and improve person-centred care.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert clinical leadership, support and mentor nursing and care teams, and champion safe, evidence-based, person-centred care.
- Strengthen clinical practice, improve systems and processes, and drive improvements in the safety, dignity and wellbeing of residents at Sheoak Lodge.
- Collaborate with the Nurse Unit Manager to guide multidisciplinary teams and staff development.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and support resident-focused care delivery.
Skills
Job description
SA Health
Job reference: 954489
Location: 5280 - MILLICENT
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Temporary Full-Time | 12-Month Contract
RN/M3 - Registered Nurse/Midwife Level 3 | $132,794 - $138,730 p.a.
12% Superannuation | Leave Loading | Salary Sacrifice
Location: Millicent - Sheoak Lodge, Millicent & District Hospital & Health Service
An exciting opportunity to shape a new and dynamic Clinical Nurse Consultant role at Sheoak Lodge, with a strong focus on improving resident care, strengthening clinical practice and driving meaningful quality improvement.
Working in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide expert clinical leadership, support and mentor nursing and care teams, and champion safe, evidence-based, person-centred care.
You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at both an individual resident and organisational level, strengthening clinical practice, improving systems and processes, and driving improvements in the safety, dignity and wellbeing of residents at Sheoak Lodge.
You are an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with strong clinical leadership capabilities and a commitment to excellence in aged care. You bring sound clinical judgement, effective communication and the confidence to guide multidisciplinary teams, support staff development and lead improvements in care delivery while maintaining a strong focus on resident wellbeing, dignity and choice.
To succeed in the Clinical Nurse Consultant role, you will:
Be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse or Nurse/Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practising certificate.
Have at least three years' post-registration nursing and/or midwifery experience, with demonstrated competence in the aged care envioronment
Demonstrate experience in clinical leadership, management and supervision of nursing staff, students and less experienced clinicians.
Possess strong knowledge of aged care legislation, professional standards, clinical governance and contemporary evidence-based nursing practice.
Demonstrate highly developed communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to lead change, support consumer engagement and improve person-centred care.
Located in Millicent, South Australia, Sheoak Lodge is a large residential aged care service co-located with the Millicent and District Hospital and Health Service, providing care and support to older people within the local community.
At Sheoak Lodge, we are committed to creating a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where residents are treated with dignity, compassion and respect. Our dedicated team strives to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, respects individual preferences and enhances the wellbeing and quality of life of every resident.
Located in Millicent, South Australia, Sheoak Lodge is a large residential aged care service co-located with the Millicent and District Hospital and Health Service, providing care and support to older people within the local community.
At Sheoak Lodge, we are committed to creating a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where residents are treated with dignity, compassion and respect. Our dedicated team strives to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, respects individual preferences and enhances the wellbeing and quality of life of every resident.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia's south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1800 staff and approximately 250 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and community-focused care.
Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering acute, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites. Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of its communities.
Beyond the work, LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia's most liveable regional destinations, where professional impact is matched with genuine work-life balance.
Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.
Enjoy relaxed, affordable living with access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor adventure.
Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
Access professional development, education, and flexible working options.
Benefit from salary packaging, wellbeing initiatives, and for eligible roles relocation support.
Live midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, with the best of regional and city life.
A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.
A current NDIS Worker Screening Check is required.
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
For any enquiries, please feel free to contact Caitlyn Davey, Acting Executive Officer/Director of Nursing and Midwifery Millicent & Sheoak on 0421 574 242 or Caitlyn.Davey@sa.gov.auand quote role 954489.
Suitably qualified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference as special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and sections 34(2) and 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA).
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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