/n /n Lead specialist dementia care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians. /n Australian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS) is seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse Manager – Specialist Dementia Behaviour Unit to provide clinical leadership within our specialist dementia service. /n /n This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse with strong clinical leadership experience and a genuine passion for dementia care to lead a skilled team supporting older people living with severe or advanced dementia and complex behavioural and psychological symptoms. /n /n About the role /n As Clinical Nurse Manager, you will provide day-to-day clinical leadership, coordination and oversight of safe, high-quality and person-centred care within the Specialist Dementia Behaviour Unit. /n /n You will lead Registered Nurses and Personal Care Workers, ensuring residents receive individualised, evidence-based care that prioritises dignity, choice and quality of life. A strong focus of the role will be understanding responsive behaviours and supporting staff to use trauma-informed, least restrictive and non-pharmacological approaches wherever appropriate. /n /n Working closely with residents, families, multidisciplinary healthcare professionals and specialist services, you will oversee complex assessments, behaviour support planning, case conferencing, clinical risk management and ongoing evaluation of resident outcomes. /n /n Remuneration /n This position is available with the below remuneration package: /n /n /n
- Penalty driven hourly rate of an Aged Care Registered Nurse Level 3 - (AM rate) $55.11 / hour - $55.37 / hour ($108,900 - $109,500) gross base. /n
- Exclusive $50,000 PA bonus structure for your first year (12 months) of continuous employment. (conditions apply).
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- /n /n - $25,000 gross (pro-rata for PT) less tax upon successful completion of probation. /n - $25,000 gross (pro-rata for PT) less tax payable after completion of a further 6 consecutive months service with bonus payments ceasing upon the completion of one (1) year of continuous service. /n /n
- Access to full salary packaging benefits through Eziway Salary Packaging. /n
- The ability to have ‘Work, Life, Balance’ with flexibility on rostering and working for a family friendly organisation. /n
- Access to a skilled and resourced in-house Clinical Education team to support you not only on Aged Care legislation, but to continue to work with you with personal, clinical and professional development. /n
- Employment terms under a lucrative enterprise agreement which allows for overtime rates, weekend, evening shifts, public holiday rates and additional allowances. /n
- Relocation support of up to $5,000.
/n /n /n Key responsibilities /n In this role, you will: /n /n
- Provide visible clinical leadership and oversight across the Specialist Dementia Behaviour Unit.
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- Lead comprehensive assessment, care planning and behaviour support planning for residents with complex dementia-related needs.
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- Coach and mentor nursing and care staff in dementia-specific communication, de-escalation, trauma-informed practice and least restrictive care.
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- Coordinate complex case reviews and collaborate with families, multidisciplinary clinicians and specialist dementia and psychogeriatric services.
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- Monitor clinical risks, behavioural incidents, restrictive practices, psychotropic medication use and other key quality indicators.
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- Support a safe, calm and therapeutic environment that promotes meaningful engagement, independence and dignity.
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- Lead continuous improvement initiatives arising from audits, incidents, complaints, resident and family feedback and clinical outcomes.
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- Provide clinical support and work as a Registered Nurse when required to support the needs of the service.
/n /n /n About you /n You will be an experienced and confident Registered Nurse who brings strong clinical judgement, a collaborative leadership style and a passion for improving the experience of people living with dementia. /n /n You will have: /n /n
- A Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
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- A minimum of three years' post-registration clinical experience within aged care, acute care or chronic disease care.
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- Experience leading,
coaching or mentoring healthcare staff.
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- Strong knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards and relevant regulatory requirements.
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- Clinical leadership experience within dementia care, older persons mental health, behaviour support or a comparable complex-care workplace.
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- An understanding of severe or advanced dementia, behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia and evidence-based non-pharmacological interventions.
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- Knowledge of behaviour support planning, restrictive practices, informed consent, clinical governance and incident review within residential aged care.
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- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, particularly when working with residents, families and multidisciplinary teams.
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- Postgraduate qualifications or specialist training in dementia care, gerontology, older persons mental health or behaviour support will be highly regarded.
/n /n /n About ARRCS /n ARRCS provides residential aged care and home care services across the Northern Territory and South Australia, with a strong commitment to improving quality of life for older people living in regional and remote Australia. We take a holistic approach to care and hold a deep respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders, which remains at the heart of what we do. /n /n Our values of Compassion, Respect, Justice, Working Together and Leading Through Learning guide the way we support our residents, families, communities and each other. /n /n Mandatory requirements /n The successful applicant will be required to hold or obtain: /n /n
- NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to commencement.
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- Current Influenza Vaccination.
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- National Police Check dated within three months of commencement.
/n /n /n Apply now /n If you are passionate about dementia care and want to take the next step in your clinical leadership career, we would love to hear from you. /n /n Join ARRCS and help us create a safe, supportive and genuinely person-centred environment where residents living with complex dementia can experience dignity, connection and quality of life. /n /n For more information, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team via
[email protected] or call on 08 8982 5204. /n /n /n /n
Position Description - Clinical Nurse Manager/n
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📌 Clinical Nurse Manager- Specialist Dementia Behaviour Unit (Alice Springs)
🏢 Australian Regional & Remote Community Services
📍 Alice Springs