About the role The purpose of this role is to provide assistance to ensure day-to-day efficiency with the overall aim of achieving business objectives. You will be required to assist the service function of the business in achieving operational effectiveness in line with business requirements.

Key responsibilities

- Ensure delivery of safe, person-centred, evidence-based clinical care in accordance with professional standards and best practice
- Lead clinical governance systems, including clinical risk management, incident review, and continuous improvement
- Monitor and evaluate clinical outcomes to support quality improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with scope of practice and medication management standards
- Ensure all clinical practices comply with Aged Care Quality Standards, Commonwealth and State legislation, NDIS standards, and professional registration requirements
- Prepare for and support accreditation assessments, audits, and quality reviews
- Oversee holistic assessment, care planning, and review processes
- Ensure individualised care plans reflect participant's needs, goals, and preferences
- Provide professional leadership and clinical supervision to nursing and care staff
- Lead clinical risk assessment and mitigation strategies

About you





- Registered Nurse (Division 1) with current AHPRA registration
- Tertiary qualification in Nursing, Health Management, or a related clinical discipline
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Working knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards and relevant legislation
- Strong clinical leadership and professional judgement skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical governance, risk management, and quality improvement
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including engagement with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
- Minimum 3–5 years' clinical nursing experience, preferably in aged care
- Demonstrated experience in a clinical leadership or management role (e.g., Care Manager, Clinical Lead, RN in Charge)
- Proven experience managing complex clinical care, including chronic disease, dementia, palliative care, and end-of-life support

About us Tulip Care Network is an organisation providing aged care and community health services. The role reports to the Managing Director and works across the Tulip Care Network Office on a hybrid basis, including in office home and community visits and work from home arrangements.

📌 Care Manager (Vermont)
🏢 Tulip Care Network
📍 Vermont