Clinical Manager

Ryman Healthcare; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded study opportunities

Education & wellness leave

24-hour management support

Staff discounts

Job summary

Ryman Healthcare is seeking an experienced Nurse Leader for the Hilda Ross Retirement Village in Hamilton. Based on site, you will provide clinical leadership across nursing, care and support teams to deliver compassionate, high-quality and person-centred care.

You will coach and develop staff, uphold policies, and drive continuous improvement through audits and quality indicators while managing clinical risks and building strong relationships with residents and families.

Qualifications

• RN with APC registration required.
• Proven clinical leadership experience in aged care preferred.
• InterRAI training or experience required.
• Strong communication and organisational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across nursing, care, and ancillary teams.
• Lead delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Build and coach a high-performing, engaged team.
• Ensure policies and quality standards are applied consistently.
• Drive quality improvement through audits and indicators.
• Identify and manage clinical risks and escalate when needed.
• Foster strong relationships with residents and families.

Skills

Clinical leadership

InterRAI trained

Coach & develop teams

Communication

Organisation & prioritisation

Education

APC Registered Nurse

Job description

Elevate healthcare excellence! Lead and grow a dedicated team, ensuring compassionate world-class care and exceptional resident experiences!

• Build lasting relationships with residents, fostering purpose and fulfilment
• Be a part of a company that's changing lives and communities!
• Strong support for career development that promotes growth and resilience

About the Role

Based at our beautiful Hilda Ross Retirement Village in Hamiltonyou will use all your nursing and leadership skills to:

• Provide strong clinical leadership and oversight to nursing, care, and auxiliary teams across the village
• Lead the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care in line with professional and regulatory standards
• Build, develop and coach a high-performing team that is engaged, capable, and committed to delivering exceptional care
• Ensure clinical policies, procedures, and quality standards are consistently applied and maintained
• Drive continuous improvement through audit outcomes, clinical indicators, and Quality Improvement Plans
• Identify and manage clinical risks, ensuring timely escalation, response, and implementation of corrective actions
• Build strong, trusting relationships with residents and their families, ensuring a positive and responsive care experience
• Support the Village Manager and contribute to the effective day-to-day operation of the village

This is a Full-Time position with flexibility outside of these hours, as part of the role will require your ability to work on call.

About You

To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will:

• Be a Registered Nurse with a current APC, with proven experience in a clinical leadership role (aged care experience preferred)
• interRAI trained
• Be an experienced clinical leader with the ability to lead, coach, and develop large, multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrate strong clinical judgement and the ability to deliver safe, consistent outcomes in complex environments
• Have sound experience in clinical risk management, audit processes, and maintaining compliance with care standards
• Bring a strong focus on continuous improvement, with experience using data or clinical indicators to drive better outcomes
• Build and sustain positive relationships with residents, families, and teams, managing with empathy and professionalism
• Demonstrate sound organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands effectively
• Have a practical understanding of resource management, including staffing, consumables, and service delivery needs
• Be a confident and clear communicator who works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

About Ryman and Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Ryman is a leader in retirement living andcare, employingover7,700 peoplein New Zealand and Australiaacross awiderange ofareas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles.

At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident everything is taken care of – because behind that promise is the standard we’ve always held ourselves to: it’s got to be good enough for mum and dad.

We’re in a period of real transformation, focusing on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care.

Benefits of working at Ryman Healthcare

Working at Ryman has benefits beyond providing the best care to our residents. As part of our team you will:

• Be eligible to apply for funded postgraduate study opportunities including study leave
• Get education, long service and wellness leave
• Work in a fun, friendly and supportive team environment
• Work in a secure building with 24-hour management support
• Access over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail

At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions.

If you share those values and you're looking for a career where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.