Lead Care Manager: Champion Dignified Aged Care

Nanyima Care; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Salary packaging

Refer-a-friend program

Employee assistance program

Career development

Job summary

Nanyima Aged Care Community, part of the Apollo Care Alliance, seeks a Care Manager to lead a 51-bed home near Mackay. You will guide the care team, oversee care planning and governance, ensuring high-quality, resident-centred care and compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards.

Reporting to the Residential Service Manager, this role focuses on staff leadership, quality outcomes, and delivering compassionate care in a not-for-profit setting with strong community values.

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Clinical Nurse, Care Coordinator, or Care Manager (with at least 2 years in aged care).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the care team to deliver holistic, person-centred care.
• Oversee care planning, clinical governance, and resident assessments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including the Aged Care Act 1997.
• Promote resident choice, family engagement, and a strong sense of home.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, safety, and resident experience.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

AHPRA RN

Quality standards

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Nanyima Aged Care Community, part of the Apollo Care Alliance, seeks a Care Manager to lead a 51-bed home near Mackay. You will guide the care team, oversee care planning and governance, ensuring high-quality, resident-centred care and compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards.

Reporting to the Residential Service Manager, this role focuses on staff leadership, quality outcomes, and delivering compassionate care in a not-for-profit setting with strong community values.