Are you an experienced nurse or healthcare professional ready to step into a leadership role? We are looking for a dedicated Team Leader to support and guide a team of nurses, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, client-centred care.

About the Role

As a Team Leader, you will be the key point of contact for nursing teams supporting individual clients. Each client will have a dedicated Team Leader to oversee and enhance care delivery, ensure compliance, and foster a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

Participate in interviewing and selecting nursing staff

Oversee onboarding and implement tailored training plans

Develop strategies for nurse attraction and retention

Team & Client Support

Provide ongoing peer support to the nursing team

Conduct daily check-ins and monitor team notes

Liaise with clients’ NOK (Next of Kin) or primary carers

Ensure compliance with relevant care standards and documentation

Identify and mitigate risks for clients, staff, and the organisation

Operational Leadership

Support daily operations, including stock control, processes, and action planning

Monitor and maintain nurse competencies and training records

Ensure policy and procedure adherence and staff accountability

Encourage flexibility and cross-shift learning opportunities (e.g., night nurses gaining day shift experience)

What You’ll Bring

Registered Nurse (or relevant qualification in healthcare)

Proven leadership or team coordination experience

Strong understanding of compliance, risk management, and clinical governance

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Passion for continuous improvement and team development

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful impact in client care and nurse support

Be part of a dynamic, values-driven team

Opportunities for career growth and ongoing professional development

What we're looking for:

Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse with a minimum of two years’ experience in a Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in a tertiary hospital

Demonstrated ability to manage complex physical health and disability-related care needs in children

A strong commitment to family-centred care and improving the quality of life in the community

A desire to build a long-term working relationship within a supportive and passionate team

A valid drivers license and reliable transport

Applicants must have full working rights in Australia

If you’re ready to move beyond the ward and make a meaningful impact in a child’s life, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter addressed to Caitlin.