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Clinical Care Coordinator

10 Neerim Street, Lyrebird Village, VIC, Australia 3818
Full Time

Are you a passionate and experienced nursing professional looking to make a real difference in the lives of older Australians?  We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Care Coordinator to join our team at Lyrebird Village in Drouin, VIC, on a Full-Time basis. Situated just over an hour from Melbourne Drouin is surrounded by rolling hills and fresh country air.  It offers the perfect mix of rural charm and modern convenience. With great schools, local shops, and a welcoming community, it offers a great balance between country living and city convenience.

About us

As a proud not-for-profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect. Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. Respect also offers home care services in multiple states and manages more than 700 units in various retirement villages and independent living communities.

Our purpose: To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

About the role

The Clinical Care Coordinator is responsible for leading and coordinating high-quality, person-centred care in line with best practice and organisational standards. Working closely with the Care Manager, this role ensures residents have up-to-date Care Plans tailored to their individual needs and oversees their implementation with the support of a multidisciplinary team. This position reports to the Care Manager or General Manager to ensure effective coordination of resident care, including

• Assist with the admission of new residents, ensuring comprehensive assessments are completed.
• Assess individual resident needs and develop person-centred care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Lead and support a dedicated care team to deliver safe, high-quality clinical care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Provide hands-on nursing care, including wound management, medication administration, and monitoring.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare providers to support positive outcomes.
• Oversee infection control measures, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Act as a role model and mentor, supporting and developing nursing and care staff.

Essential Requirements

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Bachelor of Nursing
• Current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration
• Nursing experience within a residential aged care facility, preferably at least 2 years of aged care experience.
• Experience of working cooperatively with multi-disciplinary care teams
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation and practice skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient computer and information management skills, including ability to use Microsoft and clinical software systems.
• Experience in a similar clinical care role
• An understanding of the aged care accreditation process

To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

Why you will love working at Respect

• Not for profit, value based organisation
• Above award hourly rates
• Salary Packaging Benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
• Career Pathways, education and training opportunities

Our Values

• Respect – Treat all people with fairness and dignity.
• Care – Look after and protect the elderly, and each other.
• Teamwork – Encourage, cooperate, and build trust.
• Courage – Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
• Integrity – Be open, honest, and trustworthy.
• Innovation – Think differently to solve problems.
• Excellence – Drive quality to continuously improve.

If you’re a skilled nurse ready to embrace new challenges and progress your career, we invite you to apply.