Clinical Care Manager / ACCM – Inspiring Excellence – 1 hour to the Gold Coast & 20 mins to Byon Bay!

Are you a passionate Nurse Manager with a strong clinical background in aged care? Located in the beautiful Northern Rivers suburb of Ballina, NSW – just 20 minutes from Byron Bay and an hour from the Gold Coast – our not-for-profit, independent client’s aged care facility is looking for a Clinical Care Manager / ACCM to lead and inspire a dedicated team, delivering top-quality clinical care and ensuring positive outcomes for their residents.

This position will initially be offered as a 12-month contract with potential for permanency, though this can be negotiated for the ideal candidate.

About the Role

The Clinical Care Manager supports the Facility Manager – Clinical, leading the clinical team in delivering the best possible care. This role includes:

• Mentorship and guidance for Clinical Care Coordinators and Registered Nurses
• Setting clinical priorities, managing daily staff work plans, and overseeing resident intake processes
• Supporting new clinical staff through a structured 12-week Employee Embedding Program
• Upholding Aged Care Standards and optimising clinical operations, policies, and best practices

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Clinical Support: Provide direct supervision, training, and mentorship to clinical staff, fostering a positive, team-oriented environment
• Quality Improvement: Lead quality initiatives, conduct audits, and maintain high standards in care planning, medication management, wound care, dementia support, and palliative care
• Operations Management: Oversee daily clinical operations, including restrictive practice compliance, performance reviews, call bell response monitoring, and more
• Collaboration & Compliance: Engage in interdisciplinary meetings, support AN-ACC submissions, participate in incident management, and ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s (or higher) in Nursing with AHPRA Registration (no restrictions)

• Experience:
• Minimum of 10+ years as an RN
• 3+ years in Aged Care
• At least 1 year as a CCM or Acting CCM (ACCM)
• Skills & Attributes:
• Relational Leadership
• Inspirational Qualities – Passionate, Humble & Encouraging
• Clinical Expertise in Aged Care
• Core Values – Caring, Honesty, Openness, Integrity & Respect
• Keen focus on Clinical Governance – Compliance mindset
• Solid Reporting & Data Analysis

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive salary packaging
• Professional growth in a supportive, quality-focused facility
• 3 months FREE Accommodation provided – 2 bed unit, suitable for kids and small pets.
• Mon-Fri (76hrs/fortnight) with the option of increased daily hours to accommodate a 9-day 76/hr fortnight.

Submit your CV to kiran.plaha@cmr.com.au or call for a confidential chat on 0483 935 317 to discuss this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a difference every day in the lives of those who need it most!