Job Description

Part Time (21–24 hours per week) with additional casual shifts available

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Anam Cara House Colac is a community-owned, not-for-profit hospice providing compassionate respite, palliative and end-of-life care in a peaceful, home-like environment for people across South West Victoria.

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We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Manager to join our senior nursing team. This is an opportunity to lead a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional, person-centred care while making a genuine difference to the lives of guests and their families.

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The position is 21–24 hours per week, with additional shift opportunities available. The role participates in a rotating roster across morning, afternoon and night shifts in line with service requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

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Provide clinical leadership, mentoring and day-to-day support to nursing staff, PCA's and volunteers.

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Coordinate admissions, assessments, care planning and discharge processes. in conjunction with the senior nursing team.

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Deliver and promote safe, evidence-based palliative and end-of-life care.

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Support guests and families through compassionate communication, education and advocacy.

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Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, accreditation and risk management activities.

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Maintain high standards of clinical documentation, medication management and infection prevention and control.

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Work collaboratively with General Practitioners, allied health professionals, community services and external providers.

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Assist with staff supervision, performance development,



rostering and workforce planning.

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Participate in the after-hours clinical leadership roster as required.

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About You

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You will be a confident and approachable clinical leader who enjoys supporting others while maintaining excellent standards of care.

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You will bring:

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Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

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Demonstrated experience in palliative care, hospice care or a related clinical setting.

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Postgraduate qualifications in Palliative Care (desirable) or willingness to undertake further study.

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Proven leadership, staff supervision and mentoring experience.

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Experience contributing to quality improvement, clinical governance and risk management.

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands.

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Sound computer literacy and experience with electronic clinical documentation systems.

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A collaborative approach and commitment to working within budget and available resources.

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A genuine commitment to person-centred care and the values of a community-owned not-for-profit hospice.

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Why Join Anam Cara?

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Work in a highly respected community hospice where relationships and compassionate care come first.

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Be part of a supportive team that values kindness, collaboration and continuous improvement.

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Make a meaningful difference to guests and families during some of life's most key moments.

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Enjoy flexible part-time employment with opportunities for additional shifts.

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Ability to Salary package up to $15,900.00

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📌 Nurse Manager (Barongarook)
🏢 Anam Cara House Colac
📍 Barongarook