📍 Permanent full-time | Based in North Adelaide

💰 Competitive wages$61-$68 per hour base + Super + tax-free salary packaging options

🩺 Lead clinical teams and ensure the safe, high-quality delivery of care in our large aged care facility

About us

Our client is a not‑for‑profit provider delivering high‑quality residential aged care in Adelaide metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care grounded in respect, dignity and continuous improvement.

The opportunity

As we farewell a valued leader, we're seeking an exceptional Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) to co‑lead our clinical operations across a 110+ bed facility. Working alongside another CNM and reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, you'll provide day‑to‑day clinical oversight for allocated Houses and inspire a high‑performing team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and mentor CNs, RNs, ENs, and PCWs.
• Oversee clinical documentation, incident investigations, SIRS reporting and care plan reviews.
• Monitor and act on clinical indicators and partner with the Quality Manager on quarterly submissions.
• Chair multidisciplinary/high‑risk meetings and drive clinical education.
• Ensure compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards and advance our Continuous Improvement Program.
• Be a visible, hands‑on leader: engage with residents and families, manage emerging risks and model best practice.

Essential criteria

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions).
• Extensive clinical experience in residential aged care.
• Demonstrated leadership: mentoring, performance management and team development.
• Strong knowledge of ACQS, SIRS, defensible documentation and clinical indicator reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Empathy and respect for older persons from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to improving quality of life for older people.

Desirable

• Experience with Telstra Health iCare and MediMap (or similar digital clinical systems).

What we offer

• Competitive salary with salary packaging (NFP) and on‑call allowance as per rotating roster.
• Supportive, collaborative leadership team.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth.
• Staff wellbeing initiatives and access to EAP.
• A rewarding role that makes a genuine difference.

Why apply through Healthcare Australia?

• Designated consultant to support you through the recruitment process
• Preparation advice regarding resume, cover letter and interview success
• Specific information regarding the role provided before application
• Additional job options and opportunities if unsuccessful
• Exceptional service and quick progression through recruitment process
• Feedback requested and provided at all stages
• Continued communication and support after employment has commenced

How to apply

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please call Sharon Eden our Senior Permanent Recruiter on 08 7421 4437 today! Or email [email protected]

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