WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

You'll lead Optimum's Nursing service and own compliance, quality and clinical governance across every discipline, keeping the organisation audit-ready against NDIS and aged care requirements. It's a new senior role, permanent and full-time (part-time considered), based in Sydney with travel to clinics across NSW and Tasmania. You'll report to the General Manager/Chief Operating Officer . You'll work closely with Regional Managers and the clinical leadership team and be the person the business relies on for a clear view of risk, quality and regulatory obligations.

NURSING LEADERSHIP

- Lead, supervise and support the Nursing team, including recruitment, onboarding, performance and professional development
- Set nursing scope of practice, clinical procedures and delegation frameworks
- Oversee clinical care delivery, including complex care, medication management and high-intensity supports
- Monitor AHPRA registration, competencies and mandatory training for nursing staff

COMPLIANCE, QUALITY & GOVERNANCE

- Own the clinical governance framework and quality management system across all disciplines
- Maintain NDIS registration and lead preparation for certification and verification audits against the NDIS Practice Standards
- Lead compliance with the Aged Care Act 2024, the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and Support at Home program requirements
- Manage incident, complaint and reportable incident processes, including notifications to the NDIS Commission and the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
- Develop, review and maintain policies and procedures, and track continuous improvement actions
- Lead the work health and safety (WHS) management system, including risk assessment, hazard reporting, consultation and home visit safety
- Report on risk, quality and compliance performance to the General Manager/COO and leadership team
- Keep the business informed of regulatory changes and turn them into practical changes for clinicians and managers





WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Essential

- Registered Nurse with current, unrestricted AHPRA registration
- Significant post-registration experience, including time in a senior leadership role
- Demonstrated experience in clinical governance, quality and compliance in NDIS, aged care or community health settings
- Direct experience leading NDIS and/or aged care audits
- Working knowledge of WHS legislation and safety management systems
- Confidence writing policy and reporting to senior leaders in plain language
- The ability to lead clinicians across disciplines and build a culture where compliance is part of everyday practice

Desirable

- Postgraduate qualification in clinical governance, quality, health management or a related field
- WHS qualification (Certificate IV or above)
- Experience in a multi-site or multidisciplinary allied health organisation

Essential Checks

- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check
- Current driver's licence and willingness to travel interstate

WHY OPTIMUM HEALTH SOLUTIONS

Optimum is a multidisciplinary allied health organisation with clinics across NSW and Tasmania and a team of over 200 people . Clinicians work across Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Exercise Physiology, Dietetics, Podiatry, Behaviour Support and Nursing, supporting clients funded through the NDIS, aged care programs and private pathways. This is a new senior role with real scope to shape governance and compliance in a growing organisation, with a direct line to the General Manager/COO and a seat at the leadership table. There's flexibility around hours, and ongoing professional development support.

THE PRACTICALS

- Location: Sydney, NSW, with travel to clinics across NSW and Tasmania
- Employment type: permanent, full-time, part time considered
- Reports to: General Manager/Chief Operating Officer
- Travel: regular travel to clinics, including interstate
- Registration: current, unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

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📌 Head of Nursing & Compliance | Sydney
🏢 Optimum Health Solutions
📍 Sydney