Clinical Services Manager - Gisborne Oaks

Benetas; Gisborne; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Career progression

Internal training

Employee recognition

Job summary

Benetas is seeking an experienced Clinical Services Manager for Gisborne Oaks, a 75-resident aged care home. This full-time, maximum-term role runs from 17 August 2026 to 30 June 2027, with standard business hours and a strong emphasis on resident-centered care.

The ideal candidate holds current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, with Diabetes, wounds, infections, pain and medication management experience, and a collaborative approach to leading care teams.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Strong clinical judgement and decision making in aged care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-focused care, including diabetes, wounds, infections, pain, and medications.
• Complete resident assessments and maintain clinical documentation and care plans.
• Oversee day-to-day clinical care activities to achieve best outcomes.
• Monitor health and wellbeing and escalate changes as needed.
• Build connections with residents and families, showing empathy and respect.
• Guide and support Personal Care Workers and nursing team members.

Skills

Registered Nurse

AHPRA registration

NDIS Clearance

Clinical judgement

Empathy

Team collaboration

Accountability

Patient-centred care

Job description

harmonyJoin our team of 2000+ people making a positive difference to over 15,000 older Victorians through aged care services. As a respected not-for-profit organisation, we’re transforming the experience of ageing through collaboration, new ideas and investment in people and services.

Experience work-life harmonyJoin our team of 2000+ people making a positive difference to over 15,000 older Victorians through aged care services. As a respected not-for-profit organisation, we’re transforming the experience of ageing through collaboration, new ideas and investment in people and services.

Our Team

Our Nurses deliver specialised, high quality nursing care to older Victorians in our residential homes and in client homes in our local communities. They enjoy working within a supportive, respectful environment where their expertise and empathy are valued and rewarded. Growing professionally while maintaining a sustainable work/life balance, our Nurses enjoy ongoing opportunities to progress their careers. Each day, they have the chance to apply their skills in a meaningful way, have more autonomy for critical thinking and space to make a positive impact within their communities.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Services Manager to join our team at Gisborne Oaks, our residential aged care home in Gisborne, home to 75 residents.

This is a full-time, maximum-term position working standard business hours from 17 August 2026 until 30 June 2027.

In This Role, You Will

• Provide excellent, resident-focused care, including the management of diabetes, wounds, infections, pain and medications
• Complete resident assessments and maintain accurate clinical documentation, care plans and incident records
• Oversee day-to-day clinical care activities to support the best possible outcomes for residents
• Monitor residents’ health and wellbeing, responding to and escalating changes in their condition when required
• Spend meaningful time with residents, building connections, sharing stories and demonstrating genuine empathy
• Provide guidance and support to Personal Care Workers, Enrolled Nurses and other members of the care team
• Work collaboratively with residents, families, healthcare professionals and other key stakeholders
• Contribute to a safe, respectful and person-centred environment

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Experience working as a Registered Nurse, ideally within residential aged care
• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse, Division 1
• An NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or the ability to obtain one
• A strong understanding of the aged care legislative and regulatory framework, including safe medication administration
• Sound clinical judgement and decision-making skills, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to emerging issues
• The ability to treat residents and others with empathy, dignity and respect
• A collaborative approach to working with residents, families, colleagues and other stakeholders
• A high level of accountability and commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care
• A friendly, positive attitude and demonstrated resident-focused approach

Why Benetas?

• $67.69 per hour plus superannuation
• Full-time, maximum-term position working standard business hours
• Not-for-profit salary packaging of up to $18,550 per annum, helping you reduce tax and increase your take-home pay
• Career progression through internal promotions, cross-departmental mobility and leadership development opportunities
• Internal training programs and access to our scholarship program
• Employee recognition and awards programs that celebrate your achievements and contribution
• A supportive, respectful and values-led working environment

Join us on our fulfilling journey, as we transform the experience of ageing through collaboration, new ideas and genuine care. Across many different and interesting roles, we support our people to build meaningful connections and make a real impact by delivering exceptional, person-centred care. Live your best work/life in an inclusive, people-centred environment, where our values are deeply lived, your safety and well-being are a priority and your contribution is celebrated. Feel uplifted by our supportive and respectful culture, where purposeful work connects us and everything we do.

Interested in developing a career with Benetas, Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the ad closes.