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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 QLD’s beautiful home, Karinya at Nanango, is looking for a new Clinical Care Leader and would welcome applications from experienced Clinical Managers, as well as experienced Nurses who are ready for that next step up in their careers.

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 growth opportunities for nurses wanting to take the next step in their career
• Ongoing individualised training and mentoring programs
• Supportive purpose driven organisation making a real difference
• Great staff culture
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families

  
About the role

Some of the responsibilities of the role will include but not be limited to:

• Supporting the coordination of care teams including Nurses, Personal Care Workers, Lifestyle Officers, and Allied Health Staff within scope.
• Promoting a culture of service delivery that aims to improve the lifestyle experience of residents.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of care plans in consultation with the resident, family/carers, and care team.
• Maintaining accurate documentation related to resident care, AN-ACC, quality systems, and legal/professional obligations within scope of practice.
• Promoting a learning culture and assisting in supporting team members in practice development.
• Reporting and documenting all clinical and WHS incidents and participating in investigations as directed.
• Assisting with roster coordination as delegated by the Residential Manager to support appropriate care delivery.
• Escalating issues affecting resident care as per SCCQ'S policies and guidelines in a timely manner.
• Monitoring and managing clinical stock levels in collaboration with relevant staff, ensuring availability and cost compliance.
• Respecting and promoting residents’ rights and liaising respectfully with guardians and other external stakeholders under guidance.
• Adhering to SCCQ’s policies, procedures, and business plans within delegated responsibilities.
• Actively participating in self-education and competency maintenance.

  
What will you bring to the role?

• Current AHPRA Nursing registration
• Gerontology Nursing Certificate and/or Dementia Care Certificate (highly regarded)
• Demonstrated experience in aged or community setting.
• Previous management experience in a clinical Aged Care environment (desirable)
• 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 think you are a Nurse with skills and experience needed to fill this role and are ready to make a difference and help us grow communities where best lives are lived, then we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you have any queries around Southern Cross Care‘s recruitment process or about the role, please contact us at employment@sccqld.com.au
  
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.

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