Deputy Director of Nursing

Thompson Health Care; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

On-site leadership team

Family-owned company

Job summary

Thompson Health Care in Sydney is seeking a full-time Deputy Director of Nursing (DDON) to join our management team at Turramurra House, a 58-bed aged care facility. This role suits an experienced DDON, Care Manager, or CCC ready to take the next step into senior leadership.

Based at 34 Curagul Road, Turramurra NSW 2074, you will support the DON with clinical services, people management and governance, while ensuring high-quality, person-centred care for residents.

Qualifications

• Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (Essential).
• Police Check (National Police Certificate) (Essential).
• Experience in aged care leadership or senior clinical role (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Assist the DON with planning, directing and managing clinical services.
• Lead nursing teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support clinical governance, accreditation preparation and continuous improvement.
• Oversee workforce capability, performance and engagement.
• Contribute to budget management while maintaining care standards.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Staff development

Communication

People management

Education

RN/AHPRA eligible

Job description

At Thompson Health Care, we believe that 'residents don't live in our facilities - we work in their homes.' This belief shapes how we lead, how we care, and how we support our people.

We are seeking a full-time Deputy Director of Nursing (DDON) to join our management team at Turramurra House, a 58-bed aged care facility, as we prepare for an exciting new chapter. This role is ideal for an experienced DDON/Care Manager, or Clinical Care Coordinator (CCC) ready to take the next step into senior leadership.

What’s on Offer:

A genuine career progression opportunity with a respected, family-owned aged care provider

Strong clinical, education and corporate support teams

The opportunity to help shape clinical standards, systems and team culture as the home grows

Ongoing professional development opportunities supported by our Education Team

A collaborative, values-driven workplace with a strong focus on quality care and people.

About the Role:

Working closely with the Director of Nursing, the DDON will support the clinical, operational and people management functions of the home.

You will be based at Turramurra House, located at 34 Curagul Road Turramurra NSW 2074 and your hours of employment will be from 8:00am - 4:00pm.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting the DON with planning, organising, directing and managing clinical services

Supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for residents

Demonstrated experience in clinical education, coaching and staff development

Providing leadership and guidance to nursing teams

Assisting with clinical governance, accreditation preparation and continuous improvement activities

Supporting workforce capability, performance, and engagement

Contributing to budget management while maintaining resident care standards

This is a hands-on leadership role with the benefit of a structured and supported onboarding period.

About YOU:

We are looking for someone with the right attitude, leadership potential and commitment to quality care.

You will have:

Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (Essential)

Police Check (National Police Certificate) (Essential)

Experience in aged care in a leadership or senior clinical role (desirable)

Candidates new to aged care leadership are welcome

Demonstrated leadership capability (DDON experience highly regarded but not essential)

Strong communication, organisation and people-management skills

Demonstrated experience in clinical education, coaching and staff development

A collaborative, calm and solutions-focused approach

A genuine desire to grow, learn and progress into senior leadership

Able to provide direction and motivate a multi-disciplinary team with a passion to deliver exceptional care and service to the elderly.

Ability to ensure that all clinical staff are compliant with code of ethics and legal requirements.

About Thompson Health Care:

We are a family-owned company, with five decades of experience in aged care across NSW. Our focus is on delivering the highest standard of care and service in environments that are safe, welcoming and genuinely homelike.

Thompson Health Care promotes a safe, inclusive and supportive culture, with a strong emphasis on education, leadership development and clear career pathways.