Clinical Nurse Manager – Specialist Dementia Unit

Integrated Smiles; Victoria; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Flexible rostering/options for work–l‑

Promotional and development support

Overtime, weekend and public holiday}

Job summary

Australian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS) seeks a Clinical Nurse Manager for the Specialist Dementia Behaviour Unit. Lead a skilled team delivering person-centred, non-pharmacological dementia care with trauma-informed approaches.

You will oversee complex assessments, care planning and risk management, working with families and diverse clinicians to improve resident outcomes and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration and BNursing qualification.
• Minimum three years post-registration clinical experience in aged or chronic care.
• Experience leading or mentoring healthcare staff in dementia care.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory requirements.
• Postgraduate qualifications in dementia care or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible clinical leadership across the Specialist Dementia Behaviour Unit.
• Oversee assessment, care planning and behaviour support for residents with complex needs.
• Coach staff in communication, trauma-informed practice and least restrictive care.
• Coordinate case reviews with families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor risks, incidents and quality indicators; support continuous improvement.
• Provide clinical support and work as a Registered Nurse as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

AHPRA registered Nurse

Three years’ post-registration clinical experience

Staff coaching or mentoring

Dementia care leadership

Behaviour support knowledge

Postgraduate dementia/gerontology/behaviour support (advantage)

Job description

Australian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS) seeks a Clinical Nurse Manager for the Specialist Dementia Behaviour Unit. Lead a skilled team delivering person-centred, non-pharmacological dementia care with trauma-informed approaches.

You will oversee complex assessments, care planning and risk management, working with families and diverse clinicians to improve resident outcomes and quality of life.