RN Care Manager — Clinical Leader in Aged Care

Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc.; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bee Well program discounts

Job summary

Southern Cross Care is seeking a Care Manager in Adelaide for permanent full-time employment. The role leads clinical care delivery, mentors staff, and ensures compliance with Aged Care accreditation standards.

You will coordinate personal and clinical care, manage care plans, and drive quality improvement with a strong focus on person-centred care. The position reports to the Residential Services Manager and requires Bachelor of Nursing with current AHPRA registration, First Aid/CPR, and proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent) with current unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, and a current First Aid and CPR certificate.
• Proven experience as a Clinical Nurse with a track record of effective staff leadership and clinical management.
• Strong proficiency in clinical assessments, quality assurance, and auditing, complemented by deep operational knowledge of Aged Care Standards, AN-ACC documentation, and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Lead and mentor care staff, monitor performance, and facilitate educational programs.
• Service Delivery: Coordinate clinical and personal care, manage resident care plans, and ensure appropriate AN-ACC documentation and assessments.
• Quality and Compliance: Manage clinical risk, coordinate internal audits, and maintain adherence to the Aged Care Standards, the Aged Care Act, and professional regulations.
• WHS Obligations: Ensure a safe work environment by implementing health and safety policies and managing staff compliance with safe work practices.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Clinical assessments

Quality assurance

Auditing

Interpersonal skills

Person-centred care

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Southern Cross Care is seeking a Care Manager in Adelaide for permanent full-time employment. The role leads clinical care delivery, mentors staff, and ensures compliance with Aged Care accreditation standards.

You will coordinate personal and clinical care, manage care plans, and drive quality improvement with a strong focus on person-centred care. The position reports to the Residential Services Manager and requires Bachelor of Nursing with current AHPRA registration, First Aid/CPR, and proven