Supervise and support the day-to-day delivery of high-quality clinical care under the guidance of the Clinical Manager
Provide clinical leadership and mentoring to Enrolled Nurses and Personal Care Assistants
Oversee resident assessments, care planning, and documentation in accordance with Aged Care Quality Standards
Manage and review complex wound care and coordinate allied health referrals
Support the Clinical Manager in audits, quality improvement programs, and compliance activities
Promote excellence in infection control and clinical governance
Assist with staff education, onboarding, and performance support
Ensure compliance with the Aged Care Code of Conduct, Aged Care Quality Standards, and Charter of Rights
Participate in continuous improvement and clinical meetings to enhance resident outcomes
Work closely with the Clinical Manager to ensure the highest standards of clinical care are delivered
Requirements
Bachelor of Nursing with current AHPRA registration
Minimum two (2) years' experience in a senior nursing role within Residential Aged Care
Robust understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards
Gerontology Certificate / Diploma or willingness to undertake same
Excellent clinical assessment, leadership, and mentoring skills
Demonstrated ability to identify and respond to deteriorating residents
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with residents, families, and health professionals
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement




Current National Police Check
Valid C-Class Driver's Licence
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Positive attitude, initiative, and ability to work independently
Working knowledge of Autumn Care
All applicants must provide a valid national police check and undergo a pre-employment medical assessment
Must comply with the smoke-free workplace policy
Core Competencies
Demonstrates strong clinical leadership and mentoring capabilities while ensuring compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and promoting excellence in clinical governance.
Possesses a solid foundation in clinical assessment and a commitment to continuous improvement in resident care.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor Of Nursing
AHPRA Registration
Aged Care Quality Standards
Clinical Leadership
Wound Care Management
Hard Skills
Clinical Assessment
Care Planning
Infection Control
Quality Improvement
Documentation
Gerontology Certificate
Performance Support
Auditing
Compliance Activities
Resident Assessments
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Organisational Skills
Attention To Detail
Positive Attitude
Certifications & Qualifications
Gerontology Certificate
Current National Police Check
Valid C-Class Driver's Licence
Industry Keywords
Aged Care
Clinical Governance
Residential Aged Care
Continuous Improvement
Charter Of Rights
Tools & Technologies
Autumn Care
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📌 Clinical Nurse (Queensland)
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📍 Queensland