Director of Nursing

About the Role

As the Director of Nursing at Jacaranda Lodge, you will provide strategic and clinical leadership to ensure the delivery of safe, person-centred, and high-quality care for all residents. This role oversees clinical governance, staff leadership, accreditation standards, and AN-ACC optimisation, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence.

Reporting to the Director of Nursing – Ageing and Care at Home, you will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective clinical systems, workforce planning, and compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards. This is a rewarding opportunity to influence both the quality of resident care and the professional development of nursing staff within a respected regional health service.




Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and empower clinical and administrative teams to deliver exceptional care.
  
• Oversee clinical governance, care planning, and compliance with Aged Care Standards.
  
• Ensure timely completion and review of care documentation and AN-ACC submissions.
  
• Monitor incidents, audits, and quality indicators, implementing corrective actions where required.
  
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
• Manage rostering, workforce planning, and recruitment to ensure appropriate skill mix.
  
• Liaise with the multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic, person-centred care delivery.
  
• Oversee infection prevention, control education, and adherence to clinical protocols.
  
• Collaborate with Finance, Admissions, and Lifestyle teams to maintain optimal occupancy.
  
• Support accreditation and quality improvement activities aligned with the organisation’s Connected Care vision.
  
  
  
  
  About You
  
• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1).
  
• Demonstrated leadership experience as a NUM, ANUM, or equivalent senior role in aged care.
  
• Strong knowledge of aged care legislation, accreditation, and AN-ACC funding.
  
• Proven ability to manage teams, drive change, and maintain clinical excellence.
  
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
  
• Proficiency in systems including MARS, VHIMS, MANAD, MedSig, and rostering software.
  
• Commitment to person-centred care, continuous improvement, and positive team culture.
  
• Relevant postgraduate qualification in Gerontology or Leadership (preferred).
  
  
  
  
  What’s on Offer
  
• Competitive salary under the Victorian Public Health Sector Enterprise Agreement.
  
• Full-time leadership opportunity within a progressive, values-driven organisation.
  
• Ongoing professional development and leadership support.
  
• Access to salary packaging and additional employee benefits.
  
• A supportive workplace that embraces safety, inclusion, and cultural respect.
  
  
  
  
  Workplace Culture
  
  The organisation is committed to its purpose of Connected Care / Best Experience. The culture is built on respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement, ensuring residents and staff feel supported, valued, and empowered. The organisation honours the traditional custodians of the land—the Wamba Wamba, Wadi Wadi, Barapa Barapa, Latji Latji, and Tatti Tatti peoples—and upholds principles of person-centred care, child safety, and quality excellence across everything it does.
  
  
  
  
  If you are an experienced aged care leader seeking to make a meaningful impact through clinical excellence and compassionate leadership, contact Scott Harris at scott.harris@cmr.com.au or 0483 959 664 for a confidential discussion.