Aged Care Clinical Lead

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Cornerstone Medical Recruitment Full time

At Cornerstone Medical Recruitment, we are seeking a seasoned Aged Care Clinical Lead to join our esteemed team in the beautiful Northern Rivers region of NSW. With a competitive salary and attractive benefits package, this exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who need it most.

As an experienced Registered Nurse with a strong clinical background in aged care, you will lead and inspire a dedicated team, delivering top-quality clinical care and ensuring positive outcomes for residents. With a minimum of 10+ years of experience as an RN and 3+ years in Aged Care, you possess the expertise and skills required to excel in this role.

This position is initially offered as a 12-month contract with potential for permanency, allowing for flexibility and growth opportunities. You will oversee daily clinical operations, including restrictive practice compliance, performance reviews, call bell response monitoring, and more. Your leadership and clinical support will foster a positive, team-oriented environment, while your quality improvement initiatives will drive excellence in care planning, medication management, wound care, dementia support, and palliative care.

About the Role

The Aged Care Clinical Lead supports the Facility Manager – Clinical, leading the clinical team in delivering exceptional care. This role includes:

  • Mentorship and guidance for Clinical Care Coordinators and Registered Nurses
  • Setting clinical priorities, managing daily staff work plans, and overseeing resident intake processes
  • Supporting new clinical staff through a structured Employee Embedding Program
  • Upholding Aged Care Standards and optimising clinical operations, policies, and best practices
Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Clinical Support: Provide direct supervision, training, and mentorship to clinical staff, fostering a positive, team-oriented environment

Quality Improvement: Lead quality initiatives, conduct audits, and maintain high standards in care planning, medication management, wound care, dementia support, and palliative care

Operations Management: Oversee daily clinical operations, including restrictive practice compliance, performance reviews, call bell response monitoring, and more

Collaboration & Compliance: Engage in interdisciplinary meetings, support AN-ACC submissions, participate in incident management, and ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines

What We're Looking For
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's (or higher) in Nursing with AHPRA Registration (no restrictions)
  • Experience:
  • Minimum of 10+ years as an RN
  • 3+ years in Aged Care
  • At least 1 year as a CCM or Acting CCM (ACCM)
  • Skills & Attributes:
  • Relational Leadership
  • Inspirational Qualities – Passionate, Humble & Encouraging
  • Clinical Expertise in Aged Care
  • Core Values – Caring, Honesty, Openness, Integrity & Respect
  • Keen focus on Clinical Governance – Compliance mindset
  • Solid Reporting & Data Analysis
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary between $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus attractive salary packaging options. You will also receive 3 months' free accommodation, a 9-day fortnight with flexible working hours, and professional growth in a supportive, quality-focused facility.

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