Director of Nursing

About the opportunity

Lead with compassion. Make a difference every day.

At Kaloma, we're proud to provide high-quality, culturally relevant care for older Australians in a safe, tranquil, and compassionate environment.

Our mission is to uphold respect, compassion and choice while supporting every resident to maintain their emotional, spiritual and physical wellbeing.

As a not-for-profit aged care organisation based in Goondiwindi, we're committed to person-centred care and community connection — where individuality is celebrated, and extended families feel involved and valued.

We're seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team and ensure excellence in care across our residential and home care services.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Nursing will oversee all clinical operations, including Home Care, CNs, RNs, ENs, PCAs and other direct care staff. This role plays a vital part in ensuring Kaloma continues to deliver exceptional, person-centred aged care that meets and exceeds the Aged Care Quality Standards.

This is a rare opportunity to take on a key leadership role in a respected regional aged care organisation where your expertise, compassion and vision will truly make an impact.

• Lead, manage and support the clinical team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee compliance with the Aged Care Act, Quality of Care Principles and Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Implement and monitor clinical policies, continuous improvement initiatives, and risk management systems.
• Act as a communication channel between the CEO, staff, residents, families, and external agencies.
• Manage staffing structures, rosters, recruitment, and professional development in consultation with HR and management teams.
• Ensure effective use of clinical resources and contribute to strategic and operational planning.
• Represent Kaloma professionally within the community and at meetings with health professionals and partner organisations.

You're an experienced and compassionate nursing leader who thrives in a collaborative, values-driven environment. You'll bring both clinical excellence and strong leadership to this role, guiding your team to deliver exceptional care every day.

Essential:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Proven leadership experience in aged care or a similar healthcare setting
• In-depth knowledge of aged care legislation, standards and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and mentor a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to person-centred care, cultural awareness, and resident choice
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check or ability to obtain

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualification in Aged Care, Health Management or Leadership
• Experience managing both residential and community-based aged care services

• Lead a trusted, community-based aged care service in beautiful Goondiwindi
• Be part of a supportive leadership team who value collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to shape and grow clinical excellence in a purpose-driven organisation
• Enjoy the country lifestyle with a strong sense of community and connection

If you're a nursing leader who combines professional excellence with compassion and vision, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now via SEEK and take the next step in your leadership journey with Kaloma or contact for more information.

*We have currently reached capacity for visa sponsorship and are unable to offer it at this time.