Care Director | Aged Care | Hervey Bay | Qld

• Fantastic salary package up to around $135K
• Opportunity to work in coastal location
• Senior position directing clinical care staff

Embark on a rewarding career in the serene Hervey Bay, nestled along the Queensland coastline, by joining a well-regarded Aged Care company. DNA Nursing is currently seeking an experienced Care Director to become part of an integral part of an established clinical team. With pristine beaches, and abundant outdoor activities, it provides an ideal setting for a relaxed lifestyle. This company is dedicated to delivering quality care and support for elderly residents, employing professional staff and maintaining high facility standards, ensuring a positive reputation.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations and personnel matters, ensuring adherence to budget, accreditation standards, compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Provide individualized patient care, supervise support staff, and uphold infection control measures during medication rounds.
• Lead the clinical care and service delivery within the home, collaborating with internal and external support for optimal resident outcomes.
• Promote a resident-centered culture emphasizing compassion and dignity, addressing concerns promptly, and upholding rights and responsibilities.
• Offer clinical leadership, supervision, and education to nursing and care staff, fostering professional development and continuous improvement in resident care.
• Ensure accreditation standards are met, supervise health professionals, and facilitate effective handovers across all shifts.
• Manage clinical stock levels, monitor audit results, and maintain medication management and infection prevention control in line with best practices.
• Provide direction for resident incident management, ensuring timely notification of incidents and injuries, and supporting crisis management, including outbreak/Covid-19 response.
• Adhere to the master roster and support human resource management activities, including recruitment, selection, rostering, staff development, and performance management.

 
Benefits:

• Competitive salary with relocation support.
• Professional growth opportunities through training and development programs.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment valuing your contributions.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors and their families.

 
Qualifications:

• Current full AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) with no conditions/restrictions
• Previous experience in Aged Care as a Care Manager or Facility Manager is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to improve the lives of elderly individuals.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.

 
If you’re interested to hear more about this position then please reach out to Martin Andrew for a confidential chat on 0488 858 *** or email ******@dnarecruit.com.au
 
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