Senior Registered Nurse - Clinical Lead - Full Time

Our Lady of Consolation Aged Care & Services; Blacktown; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Our Lady of Consolation Aged Care & Services in Rooty Hill, NSW is seeking a Senior Registered Nurse – Clinical Lead to provide high‑level clinical leadership and coordination across nursing and care teams. The role focuses on safe, person‑centred care, mentoring staff, and driving evidence‑based practice to meet quality and regulatory standards.

The successful candidate will have AHPRA RN registration, 5+ years in aged care or community health, postgraduate qualifications, and strong skills in

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as RN, preferably in aged care or community health.
• Proven clinical leadership capability and ability to supervise diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards, relevant legislation and clinical frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with electronic care records and digital clinical systems.
• Current National Criminal History Record Check.
• Postgraduate qualifications in aged care, gerontology, or clinical leadership.
• Familiarity with care management platforms (e.g., Manad or similar).
• Experience in clinical audits or accreditation assessments.

Responsabilités

• Provide clinical guidance to Registered Nurses, Care staff during the delivery of care to individual residents.
• Foster effective communication between multidisciplinary teams, clients/residents, families, and stakeholders.
• Undertake resident-specific clinical assessments and reviews based on assessed needs and changes in health status.
• Participate in resident-specific multidisciplinary reviews where the Clinical Lead is assessing needs, contributing to clinical decision-making or developing the resident's care plan.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary case conferences for residents with complex care needs.
• Ensure care planning and documentation align with the Aged Care Quality Standards
• Support quality initiatives, accreditation preparation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Manage clinical risk, respond to incidents, and uphold organisational policies.

Connaissances

Aged care nursing

Clinical leadership

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary communication

Documentation skills

Formation

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Postgraduate qualifications in aged care / gerontology / clinical leadership

Outils

Electronic care records systems

Description du poste

Senior Registered Nurse - Clinical Lead - Full Time

Our Lady of Consolation Aged Care & Services – Rooty Hill NSW

Our Lady of Consolation Aged Care & Services (OLOC) is a highly respected aged care provider with over 75 years of service to older Australians across Western Sydney. With multiple RAC's (Residential Aged Care Facilities/Homes) meeting the individual needs of over 280 residents in Rooty Hill and expansive community services supporting over 2,000 clients, we are committed to delivering dignified, person-centred care that promotes independence, safety, and quality of life.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Registered Nurse – Clinical Lead to providing high-level clinical leadership, coordination, and support to the nursing and care team. This role ensures the delivery of safe, person-centered, and evidence-based care that meets all regulatory, quality, and organisational standards. The Clinical Lead acts as a mentor and role model, driving clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and compliance in aged care or community care settings.

Key Responsibilities

Provide clinical guidance to Registered Nurses, Care staff during the delivery of care to individual residents.

Foster effective communication between multidisciplinary teams, clients/residents, families, and stakeholders.

Undertake resident-specific clinical assessments and reviews based on assessed needs and changes in health status.

Participate in resident-specific multidisciplinary reviews where the Clinical Lead is assessing needs, contributing to clinical decision-making or developing the resident's care plan.

Coordinate multidisciplinary case conferences for residents with complex care needs.

Ensure care planning and documentation align with the Aged Care Quality Standards

Support quality initiatives, accreditation preparation, and continuous improvement activities.

Manage clinical risk, respond to incidents, and uphold organisational policies.

Ensure compliance with

• Aged Care Quality Standards directly linked to clinical standards
• Aged Care Act and associated regulations
• Infection Prevention and Control requirements
• Clinical governance frameworks
• Organisational policies and procedures

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

Minimum 5 years’ experience as as RN, preferably in aged care or community health.

Proven clinical leadership capability and ability to supervise diverse teams

Strong understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards, relevant legislation and clinical frameworks.

Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and documentation skills

Proficiency with electronic care records and digital clinical systems

Current National Criminal History Record Check.

Postgraduate qualifications in aged care, gerontology, or clinical leadership.

Familiarity with care management platforms (e.g., Manad or similar).

Experience in clinical audits or accreditation assessments.

Why Join OLOC?

Sector-Specific Impact

Play a lead role in enhancing resident wellbeing through clinical excellence

Collaborative Leadership Environment

Work with a skilled multidisciplinary team in a purpose-driven setting

Opportunities for Advancement

Engage in strategic projects, quality improvement programs, and ongoing professional development

Values-Based Organisation

Be part of a culture that prioritises dignity, empathy, and safety in every resident interaction

This role is ideal for someone who

Leads with compassion and professionalism in a regulated care environment

Takes initiative to elevate clinical standards and mentor others

Values structured care planning and collaborative problem-solving

Is passionate about improving outcomes for older Australians