Regional Clinical Nurse Manager – Aged Care Leader (WA)

Zenith Executive Search; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Accommodation subsidised up to 6 meses

Job summary

Zenith Executive Search seeks a Clinical Nurse Manager to lead a dedicated aged care clinical team in regional Western Australia. Join a respected not-for-profit provider, relocate to a regional community and drive high-quality, person-centred care.

You will oversee governance, mentor staff and collaborate with residents, families and GPs to deliver outstanding outcomes. AHPRA registration and senior leadership experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Previous experience in Clinical Nurse Manager or senior clinical leadership role within aged care.
• Strong knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards and clinical governance.
• Excellent leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong clinical leadership, guidance and day-to-day support to Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and Care Staff, fostering a positive team culture focused on excellence in person-centred care.
• Oversee clinical governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards, accreditation requirements, legislative obligations and organisational policies.
• Lead the development, implementation and ongoing review of comprehensive care plans, conduct complex clinical assessments and reviews, and drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Coach, mentor and develop clinical teams through education, performance feedback and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with residents, families, GPs and the broader multidisciplinary team to ensure individualised care planning and positive health outcomes.
• Monitor clinical indicators, medication management, wound care, infection prevention and control, incident management and documentation to ensure highest standards of practice.
• Support workforce planning, rostering, recruitment and onboarding of clinical staff and promote staff engagement and accountability.
• Champion a resident-first approach by promoting dignity, choice and independence in care decisions.

Job description

Zenith Executive Search seeks a Clinical Nurse Manager to lead a dedicated aged care clinical team in regional Western Australia. Join a respected not-for-profit provider, relocate to a regional community and drive high-quality, person-centred care.

You will oversee governance, mentor staff and collaborate with residents, families and GPs to deliver outstanding outcomes. AHPRA registration and senior leadership experience are essential.