Clinical Manager - Allora | Jobs at Southern Cross Care QLD

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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 Queensland has an opportunity for you to fill the role of the Clinal Care Manager at our Allora Nursing Home in beautiful Allora. This is a great growth opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a step up.

Allora is located in the picturesque Southern Downs region of Queensland, only two hours' drive west of Brisbane and just 20 minutes north of Warwick. If the idea of living in a rural township appeals; this location can offer a great tree change experience for the right person.

What can Southern Cross Care Queensland 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 Care Manager, you will provide leadership, coordination and support to our 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 a supportive Regional Operations and Regional Clinical Support Managers, 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 Residential Manager 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
Demonstrate a 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 Queensland?

Southern Cross Care Queensland (SCCQ) 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, SCCQ has grown to employ over 1700 staff caring for and supporting more than 2000 people across 13 residential aged care homes, 5 retirement villages, 28 social houses, the National Disability and Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and home care services in metropolitan and rural Queensland.

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 SCCQ, we are just as focused on creating a culture where every person matters. Our culture program, Known & Loved, is unique to Southern Cross Care Queensland, 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. Apply today!

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

Southern Cross Care Queensland 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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