• Lead transformative healthcare initiatives as our Clinical Nurse Specialist, driving impactful change and fostering excellence in patient care.
• Benefit from a competitive salary range of $110,000 – $120,000 plus super and up to $18,550 in additional tax-exempt benefits, relocation support, and professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a role that offers a mix of weekday, weekend, and afternoon shifts, tailored to suit your lifestyle.
• Forge a rewarding career path at Torbay Lifestyles & Care, where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will shape the future of healthcare delivery.

About Torbay Lifestyles & Care

At Torbay Lifestyles & Care, located a mere stone’s throw from the scenic Torquay Beach in Hervey Bay, we offer a compassionate and respectful environment that prioritises the physical, cognitive, and social well-being of our residents. With services ranging from residential aged care to an independent lifestyle village, our facilities are designed to offer comfort and a high quality of life. We cater to individuals seeking a supportive community that values integrity, independence, and choice.

Join us in making a difference at Torbay, where every day is about enhancing life for our residents and their families. Explore career opportunities with us and become part of a team that truly cares.

About the Opportunity

Torbay Lifestyles & Care is looking for a full-time Clinical Nurse Specialist, based in Hervey Bay, QLD.

Join our team as a pivotal clinical leader, reporting to the Director of Care, and responsible for the day-to-day management of clinical operations.

As our new Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will provide leadership, advice, coordination, planning, review, and assessment of all aspects of clinical delivery to ensure the safety and well-being of residents and staff while also facilitating ongoing education and training for personal care workers, enrolled nurses, and registered nurses.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Overseeing clinical care delivery to meet resident needs and legislative requirements.
• Supervising and supporting clinical staff to ensure high-quality care provision.
• Conducting assessments, care planning, and documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and relevant legislation.
• Leading incident investigations and addressing staff performance issues.
• Participating in recruitment and staff development initiatives.
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects, ensuring compliance with strengthened aged care standards.
• Providing on-call support on a rostered basis for after-hours, weekends, and public holidays.

The key focus of this role is expanding clinical leadership coverage, with the ideal candidate providing oversight across a range of shifts, including some afternoon and weekend shifts. However, the organisation offers flexibility in how these hours are structured, aiming to balance operational needs with the candidate’s availability to ensure comprehensive resident care.

Welcome to Hervey Bay, QLD

Hervey Bay, a gem on Queensland's Fraser Coast, offers a serene lifestyle amidst natural beauty. Known as a premier whale-watching destination, the city promises a close encounter with majestic humpbacks, particularly from July to November. Residents enjoy a relaxed pace with access to unspoiled beaches, the historic Urangan Pier, and rich cultural sites like Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island. Hervey Bay's growth from quaint villages to a vibrant city combines modern amenities with a community spirit, making it an ideal place for young professionals seeking a balance of work and leisure in a stunning coastal setting.

Whether you're into adventure sports or peaceful beach days, Hervey Bay offers a picturesque backdrop to build a career and life.

About You

To qualify, you will need a Bachelor of Nursing Degree with current, unrestricted AHPRA registration.

A minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical leadership role is essential, with experience in aged care being highly desirable. We also welcome candidates transitioning from acute care, with aged care training provided as part of professional development.

You will also need to hold a current and valid Police Check or have the ability to obtain one.

Additionally, the following will be highly valued:

• Demonstrated understanding of assessment and care planning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Well-developed leadership and people management skills.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.
• A commitment to compliance, accreditation, and governance.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, especially when working across different shifts.
• A passion for aged care and dedication to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

If you are passionate about aged care and dedicated to making our facility the best it can be while providing top-notch service, we encourage you to apply. Your commitment to excellence and passion for improving lives will make you an invaluable addition to our team.

About the Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary package ranging from $110,000 to $120,000, depending on experience, plus superannuation and a host of excellent benefits, including:

• Specialised aged care training (for those transitioning from acute care).
• Infection prevention and control training.
• Fit-testing training.
• Leadership training and development.
• Attendance at state and national conferences.

• Acting in senior leadership roles such as providing leave coverage for the Director of Care.
• Potential leadership roles as Torbay expands into home care services over the next 12 months.

• Relocation assistance and accommodation support.
• Up to $18,550 tax-exempt not-for-profit salary packaging benefits, plus other salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
• On-call allowances.
• A rewards program, giving you discounts to an ever-expanding list of retailers.
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities, including:
• A supportive and flexible work environment, allowing for customised shift arrangements that suit both the organisation and the candidate.
• Opportunities for career progression, including:
• A nurturing and supportive environment that allows for a healthy work-life balance.
• Four weeks of annual leave.
• Flexible working arrangements.

Ready to apply?

Join us at Torbay Lifestyles & Care and make a difference in the lives of others, and do it in paradise. Apply now!