Senior Clinical Nurse - Aged Care (Weekend Part-Time)

Palm Lake Group; Westbrook; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Rates (weekend penalties)

Staff training & development

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Retention rewards

Job summary

Palm Lake Care Toowoomba is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join our clinical leadership team on a Permanent Part Time basis. You’ll work with the Clinical Manager to ensure the highest standards of clinical care are delivered daily.

You’ll lead a supportive team, focusing on innovation, communication, and compassion across care. This role suits an experienced Clinical Nurse comfortable working weekends with the broader team available by phone.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing with current APHRA registration.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a senior nursing role within Residential Aged Care.
• Strong understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Gerontology Certificate/Diploma or willingness to undertake same.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting the day-to-day delivery of high-quality clinical care under the guidance of the Clinical Manager.
• Providing clinical leadership and mentoring to Enrolled Nurses and Personal Care Assistants.
• Overseeing resident assessments, care planning, and documentation in accordance with Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Managing and reviewing complex wound care and coordinating allied health referrals.
• Supporting the Clinical Manager in audits, quality improvement programs, and compliance activities.
• Promoting excellence in infection control and clinical governance.
• Assisting with staff education, onboarding, and performance support.
• Ensuring compliance with the Aged Care Code of Conduct, Aged Care Quality Standards, and Charter of Rights.
• Participating in continuous improvement and clinical meetings to enhance resident outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

APHRA registration

Gerontology Certificate/Diploma

Tools

Autumn Care

Job description

Palm Lake Care Toowoomba is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join our clinical leadership team on a Permanent Part Time basis. You’ll work with the Clinical Manager to ensure the highest standards of clinical care are delivered daily.

You’ll lead a supportive team, focusing on innovation, communication, and compassion across care. This role suits an experienced Clinical Nurse comfortable working weekends with the broader team available by phone.