Senior Registered Nurse Co-ordinator

Respect Group Limited; Portland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Meal and holiday accommodation benefit

Job summary

Respect Group Limited is seeking a Clinical Quality & Compliance Coordinator (Senior Registered Nurse) to lead governance, quality improvement and accreditation readiness at Bayview Haven. The role collaborates with the General Manager, Care Manager and care teams to ensure high-quality, person-centred care and compliant operations.

The role requires current AHPRA RN registration, extensive residential aged care experience, and knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience in residential aged care and clinical assessment.
• Strong knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and accreditation processes.
• High‑level clinical documentation and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight to ensure care aligns with best practice and standards.
• Lead clinical audits and reviews to monitor quality and outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement and address identified gaps or risks.
• Ensure readiness for accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Review resident records and support complex care assessments.
• Support incident management, risk mitigation and action planning.
• Mentor nursing and care teams to strengthen capability and practice.
• Monitor clinical systems and data integrity for timely care delivery.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Residential aged care

Quality governance

Clinical audits

Documentation skills

Mentoring staff

Job description

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress, and purpose
• Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day
• Opportunities to grow your career
• Save tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2650 for meals out and holiday accommodation!

About the Role

Bayview Haven offers the best of both worlds: a rewarding aged care career in a relaxed, coastal-style setting. Our team delivers high-quality, personalised care in a modern, welcoming home surrounded by landscaped gardens, outdoor green spaces, and light-filled community areas. With freshly prepared meals, engaging lifestyle programs, and strong on‑call clinical and operational support, staff are empowered to focus on meaningful care and genuine connection. Whether you’re already part of the local community or looking for a fresh start by the coast, Bayview Haven is a supportive, close‑knit workplace where you can grow your career and enjoy a better pace of life.

The official position title for the Senior Registered Nurse Coordinator role is Clinical Quality & Compliance Coordinator. The role supports safe, high‑quality, person‑centred care through clinical governance, quality improvement, and compliance activities, working closely with the General Manager, Care Manager, and Care Coordinator (where applicable) to ensure alignment with organisational policies, professional standards, and aged care regulatory requirements.

This is a full‑time position working Monday to Friday and operates as a supernumerary clinical role, providing leadership and oversight of quality, risk, and compliance systems across the service. The position plays a key role in driving continuous improvement, supporting best‑practice clinical care, and ensuring the organisation maintains compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced Registered Nurse who is passionate about clinical excellence, quality outcomes, and enhancing the wellbeing of older people.

No two days are the same! As Clinical Quality & Compliance Coordinator you will:

• Provide clinical oversight to ensure care delivery aligns with best practice, legislation, and organisational standards
• Conduct clinical audits and reviews to monitor care quality, compliance, and resident outcomes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement strategies to address identified gaps or risks
• Ensure readiness for accreditation and compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory requirements
• Review resident clinical records and support complex care assessments, case reviews, and high‑risk resident monitoring
• Assist with incident management, investigations, risk mitigation, and preventative action planning
• Provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and education to nursing and care teams to strengthen capability and best practice
• Monitor clinical systems, documentation, and data integrity to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of care activities

About You

You’ll thrive with us if you have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Demonstrated experience in residential aged care and advanced clinical assessment skills
• Strong knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, clinical governance, and compliance requirements
• Experience conducting clinical audits, quality improvement activities, and accreditation preparation
• High‑level clinical documentation, review, and care planning skills
• Experience supporting incident management, risk assessment, and corrective action processes
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and mentoring skills with the ability to support and guide staff
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and clinical software systems
• As a not‑for‑profit you can reduce your tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries. Take advantage of a further $2,650 to pay for meals out or holiday accommodation
• Training and development pathways
• Supportive leaders who are onsite
• A friendly, down‑to‑earth workplace
• Opportunity to build a long‑term career in aged care