Clinical Manager

Join a supportive and friendly team working together to make a real difference not only for the people we care for, but also each other
Southern Cross Care has an opportunity for you to fill the role of the Clinical Manager at our Oasis Aged Care Home in Mildura, Victoria. This is a great growth opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a step up.

Based in the picturesque northwest Victorian city of Mildura, located on the banks of the Murray River, the Oasis has opportunities for you if you are looking for a change of scenery and a supportive workplace.

What can Southern Cross Care offer you?

• Full time permanent key position
• Competitive salary + benefit of generous Not-for-Profit salary sacrifice options to take home more
• Exciting career move if you are an experienced RN looking for career progression
• Opportunity to join a supportive organisation
• Great staff culture
• Ongoing individualised training and mentoring programs
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families
• Purpose driven organisation making a real difference

What are the key responsibilities?
As the Clinical Manager, you will provide leadership, coordination and support to the care team. Demonstrating expertise in contemporary clinical practice, you will share your knowledge of the highest standards in person centered care, empowering your team to deliver advanced clinical and holistic care to our residents. Working closely with an experienced Residential Manager, your role will be pivotal in promoting a culture of service delivery that enhances the lifestyle experiences of residents. You will champion a strong teamwork approach to resident's care, providing mentorship and guidance to your team. Your excellent management and communication skills coupled with a passion for developing and growing your staff will ensure seamless coordination of the care team ensuring they are equipped to deliver the highest level of care to our residents.

In This Role Your Responsibilities Would Include

• Clinical oversight of the facility, including all clinical reporting and documentation
• Focussing on our staff to ensure they are Known and Loved, supported and educated
• Managing the clinical teams timely and accurate documentation of resident care needs from initial admission, assessments to care plan development and regular reviews
• Ensuring sound medication management and associated systems
• Staff training, provision of ongoing management and support to all care staff
• Ensuring compliance with the Aged Care Accreditation Standards, in consultation with the Managers and Care team

What will you bring to the role?

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and Gerontology Nursing Certificate and/or Dementia Care Certificate would be highly regarded
• Previous management experience in a clinical Aged Care environment
• You will be confident and competent with being accountable for the clinical care provisions
• Demonstrated history of successfully leading and mentoring staff
• Proactive and energetic approach in managing your time effectively
• Demonstrated strong working knowledge of care minutes
• Proven track record in understanding and meeting the requirements of accreditation
• Approachable and self-assured communication style

*Who is Southern Cross Care?
Southern Cross Care (SCC) is a Catholic not-for-profit organisation established by the Knights of the Southern Cross, more than 40 years ago. They saw a need to provide compassionate care and inclusive service to some of the most vulnerable, the ageing population, in the community.

Since then, SCC has grown to employ over 1700 staff caring for and supporting more than 2000 people across 17 residential aged care homes, 8 retirement villages, 28 social houses, the National Disability and Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and home care services in metropolitan and regional Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.

We are passionate about growing communities where best lives are lived, and serving the needs of our residents and clients with compassion and care is, as always, at the heart of what we do.

At SCC, we are just as focused on creating a culture where every person matters. Our culture program, Known & Loved, is unique to Southern Cross Care, enabling staff to build genuine community connections with each other and those we serve.

How can you apply?
If you are a
Clinical Manager
ready to make a difference and help us grow communities where best lives are lived, then we'd love to hear from you.
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Southern Cross Care is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the diversity across our entire team and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Please note that all employment offers will be conditional upon a satisfactory NDIS workers screen, the right to work in Australia and maintaining an up-to-date flu vaccination status.

Our Mission: Inspired by Catholic moral and social teachings which value and respect human life and the dignity of the individuals, we will provide a quality of care and accommodation to meet the needs of all who place their trust in us.*