Join a values-driven team committed to excellence in aged care

Paradise Lakes Care Centre is seeking a compassionate and detail-focused Quality and Assessment Registered Nurse to help deliver outstanding care, maintain compliance, and lead continuous improvement across our aged care facility.

This is a pivotal clinical role focused on driving quality, enhancing care outcomes, and ensuring our service meets and exceeds the Aged Care Quality Standards. If you’re an experienced RN with a passion for clinical excellence, audit readiness, and person-centred care—we want to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Care Manager, the Quality and Assessment RN will lead ongoing quality initiatives and clinical reviews while supporting the team in delivering high-quality, individualised care.

You will:

• Conduct and review comprehensive clinical assessments in consultation with residents and their representatives

• Facilitate regular care plan reviews to ensure care remains person-centred, responsive, and compliant

• Drive continuous improvement across the facility to ensure we maintain full residential aged care accreditation

• Maintain our Plan for Continuous Improvement

• Monitor compliance, manage risks, and support the clinical team in best practices

• Coordinate internal audits and quality reviews

• Support accurate documentation to align with AN-ACC funding requirements

• Mentor and support care staff in clinical governance and documentation standards

• Contribute to accreditation readiness and respond to quality indicators

About You

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration

• Minimum 2 years' clinical experience in aged care

• Demonstrated experience in clinical assessment, care planning, and quality improvement

• Solid understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards and Aged Care accreditation processes

• High attention to detail, time management, and documentation accuracy

• Confident communicator and mentor

• Proficient in clinical systems and digital documentation

• Australian citizenship, PR, or valid work rights

Desirable:

• Prior experience in a Quality or Compliance-focused nursing role

• Familiarity with AN-ACC funding and assessment

• Familiarity with continuous improvement or audit tools in aged care

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience)

• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture

• Ongoing training and professional development

• A leadership role with direct impact on care quality and resident wellbeing

• The opportunity to be part of a passionate team in a respected aged care facility

About Paradise Lakes Care Centre

At Paradise Lakes Care Centre we believe in delivering more than care—we provide dignity, safety, and respect in every interaction. Our team is dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming home for older Australians while striving for clinical excellence through strong governance and continuous improvement.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in quality, clinical assessments, and aged care compliance.