Walara is a not-for-profit aged care provider committed to supporting older Australians to live with dignity, respect and independence. Every member of our team plays an important role in creating a safe, welcoming and comfortable home for our residents.

The role

We are seeking a full-time Clinical Nurse to join our team at Walara Balaklava Millcourt Homes. Reporting to the Director of Care, you will provide clinical leadership to nurses and care staff and help deliver protected, person-centred care for residents.

This role combines hands-on clinical practice with oversight of care planning, documentation, clinical risks and quality improvement. You will work closely with residents, families, colleagues, medical practitioners and other health professionals.

Your responsibilities may include

· Leading and supporting nursing and care staff in day-to-day resident care

· Assessing residents, coordinating care plans and responding to changes in clinical needs

· Overseeing wound care, medication practices and other clinical risk areas within your scope

· Maintaining accurate clinical records and following up reviews, referrals and care changes

· Supporting clinical audits, quality improvement and aged care compliance requirements

· Communicating clearly with residents, families, GPs and the wider care team

· Coaching staff and promoting safe, respectful and consistent clinical practice

About You

We're looking for someone who:

· We are looking for a confident and approachable nurse who:

· Uses sound clinical judgement and acts promptly when residents’ needs change





· Can guide staff, give constructive feedback and work well with a multidisciplinary team

· Communicates sensitively with residents and families

· Is organised, attentive to detail and comfortable balancing competing priorities

· Is committed to resident dignity, professional standards and continuous improvement To Be Successful You'll Need

· Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)

· At least two years of post-registration experience in aged care

· Experience supporting or supervising clinical and care staff

· A current NDIS Worker Screening Check (Aged Care), or willingness to obtain one

· A current NDIS Worker Orientation Module certificate, or willingness to obtain them

· The right to work in Australia

Highly Desirable Role Specific Skills, knowledge, and experience

· Experience with clinical governance, audits and quality improvement in residential aged care.

· Knowledge of aged care standards, care planning AN-ACC Funding.

· Experience with wound management, medication safety and clinical documentation systems.

Pay and conditions will be in accordance with the applicable enterprise agreement. Superannuation and access to salary packaging are also available.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

No recruitment agencies, thank you.

For more information about Walara Inc, visit walara.au.

Please apply on SEEK with your resume and cover letter. We look forward to receiving your application.

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