Clinical Nurse Leader - Aged Care (Part-Time)

Palm Lake Group; Bargara; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Rates

AHPRA registration paid

Work-life Balance

Training & Development

EAP access

Tenure rewards

Staff perks

Career opportunities across Palm Lake

Job summary

Palm Lake Care Bargara is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join our clinical leadership team on a part-time basis. You will partner with the Clinical Manager to maintain high standards of clinical care across the home.

We value collaboration, innovation and compassion, and offer a supportive environment with ongoing education and development opportunities for dedicated nurses who want to make a difference in residents’ lives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing with current APHRA registration.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a senior nursing role within Residential Aged Care.
• Strong understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Gerontology Certificate / Diploma or willingness to undertake same.
• Excellent clinical assessment, leadership, and mentoring skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and respond to deteriorating residents.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with residents, families, and health professionals.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Current National Police Check and valid C-Class Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting the day today delivery of high-quality clinical care under the guidance of the Clinical Manager.
• Providing clinical leadership and mentoring to Enrolled Nurses and Personal Care Assistants.
• Overseeing resident assessments, care planning, and documentation in accordance with Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Managing and reviewing complex wound care and coordinating allied health referrals.
• Supporting the Clinical Manager in audits, quality improvement programs, and compliance activities.
• Promoting excellence in infection control and clinical governance.
• Assisting with staff education, onboarding, and performance support.
• Ensuring compliance with the Aged Care Code of Conduct, Aged Care Quality Standards, and Charter of Rights.
• Participating in continuous improvement and clinical meetings to enhance resident outcomes.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Nursing with APHRA registration

Gerontology Certificate / Diploma

Job description

Palm Lake Care Bargara is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join our clinical leadership team on a part-time basis. You will partner with the Clinical Manager to maintain high standards of clinical care across the home.

We value collaboration, innovation and compassion, and offer a supportive environment with ongoing education and development opportunities for dedicated nurses who want to make a difference in residents’ lives.