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Form of workIRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If this role stands out to you but you don't feel like you ‘'tick all the boxes'', we strongly encourage you to apply nonetheless. We value diversity across experience.
Founded in 1969, IRT's mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.
We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We're one of Australia's largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We're proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.
We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.
About the Role- Provide leadership, advice and support to the Aged Care Centres (hub) operational leadership teams in effective clinical governance and practice
- Ensure all work is performed within a legislative and ethical framework to provide high quality service delivery supporting the rights and interests of seniors
- Provide expert aged care nursing advice to Aged Care Centres within the hub, and various committees for the broader organisation
- Review external authorities, accreditation and clinical outcomes and/or complaints to process improvements and to review clinical practice
- Investigate and report on clinical incidents and/or complaints related to clinical issues.
- Ensure that Aged Care Centres within the hub have clinical systems and processes in place to meet or exceed the Accreditations standards
- Promote and embed best practice clinical processes across the Aged Care Centres within the hub
- Provide clinical support and guidance for Care Managers and Care Coordinators across the Aged Care Centres within the hub
- Prepare, or assist with preparation of appropriate responses to complaints as requested by the Business Manager
- Converse with residents, relatives, persons responsible, employees and other parties in complaints and disputes resolution processes
- Work closely with fellow Senior Clinical Managers to actively contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical services across IRT
- Monitor the data within the Platinum clinical system to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, practice and legislation
- Provide feedback including scheduled reports on progress against agreed objectives
- Current RN registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) / NMBA
- Post graduate qualification in Aged Care or relevant health discipline (desirable)
- Certification / Qualifications as a Quality Auditor or Assessor in health or aged care (desirable)
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable)
- At least 5 years' experience in a senior position delivering care services to seniors (eg Care Manager, Care Coordinator, Nurse Practitioner or similar)
- Broad knowledge, demonstrated expertise and substantial experience in clinical care and clinical governance
- Comprehensive understanding and experience in the aged care sector including accreditation standards, legislation and regulations
- Demonstrated ability and experience in internal/external reviews of quality health systems and/or quality improvement processes
- Evidence of managing successful outcomes in relation to identifying trends and system deficiencies
- Demonstrated passion for developing the knowledge, skills and understanding of people providing quality aged care
- Superior verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills including the demonstrated ability to keep comprehensive and accurate records and prepare professional reports
- Advanced computer skills in particular with organisational databases and Microsoft Office programs
- Current driver's licence
- Flexibility to travel, sometimes at short notice
- Competetive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
- Flexible working conditions
- Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Multiple career pathways
- Discounted gym memberships
- Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program
If you feel this is the right role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply click the "Apply now" button, fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we'll be in touch to discuss your application. Or alternatively, please contact IRT Recruitment.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, pre-employment functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.
