At Thompson Health Care, we believe that 'residents don't live in our facilities - we work in their homes." This belief shapes how we lead, how we care, and how we support our people.

We are seeking a Deputy Director of Nursing (DDON) to join our management team at Boronia House Nursing Home as we prepare for an exciting new chapter. This role is ideal for an experienced DDON/Care Manager, or Clinical Care Coordinator (CCC) ready to take the next step into senior leadership.

What's on Offer:

- A genuine career progression opportunity with a respected, family-owned aged care provider
- Strong clinical, education and corporate support teams
- The opportunity to help shape clinical standards, systems and team culture as the home grows
- Ongoing career development opportunities supported by our Education Team
- A collaborative, values-driven workplace with a strong focus on quality care and people.

About the Role: Working closely with the Director of Nursing, the DDON will support the clinical, operational and people management functions of the home.

This is a facility with the view of having 129 residents and the successful DDON will work within our management team along with our experienced Director of Nursing (DON).

You will be based at Boronia House, located at 183 Boronia Rd, North St Marys NSW 2760 and your hours of employment will be from 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Key responsibilities include:

- Assisting the DON with planning, organising, directing and managing clinical services
- Supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for residents
- Demonstrated experience in clinical education, coaching and staff development
- Providing leadership and guidance to nursing teams
- Assisting with clinical governance, accreditation preparation and continuous improvement activities
- Supporting workforce capability, performance,



and engagement
- Contributing to budget management while maintaining resident care standards

This is a hands-on leadership role with the benefit of a structured and supported onboarding period.

About YOU:

We are looking for someone with the right attitude, leadership potential and commitment to quality care.

You will have

- Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (Essential)
- Experience in aged care in a leadership or senior clinical role (desirable)
- Candidates new to aged care leadership are welcome
- Demonstrated leadership capability (DDON experience highly regarded but not essential)
- Solid communication, organisation and people-management skills
- Demonstrated experience in clinical education, coaching and staff development
- A collaborative, calm and solutions-focused approach
- A genuine desire to grow, learn and progress into senior leadership
- Able to provide direction and motivate a multi-disciplinary team with a passion to deliver exceptional care and service to the elderly.
- Ability to ensure that all clinical staff are compliant with code of ethics and legal requirements.

About Thompson Health Care: We are a family-owned company, with five decades of experience in aged care across NSW. Our focus is on delivering the highest standard of care and service in environments that are safe, welcoming and genuinely homelike.

Thompson Health Care promotes a safe, inclusive and supportive culture, with a strong emphasis on education, leadership development and clear career pathways.

How to apply?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be support to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Please click ‘APPLY NOW’ to submit your application or contact the People & Culture Team on (02) 8467 9333 8467 9333) for any initial inquiries.

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