Respect Aged Care is passionate to care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value and belonging and we are seeking a passionate Nurse Unit Manager to join us in this mission. This position is based at our Lyndoch Living facility in Warrnambool, Victoria.
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 has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.
The Opportunity:
As a Nurse Unit Manager, you will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of high-quality clinical care to our residents, ensuring alignment with current best practices. This role involves planning, allocating and delegating responsibilities while facilitating care in accordance with our established policies and procedures. Additionally, the Nurse Unit Manager plays a key role in the efficient management of human, material and financial resources, ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines.
Essential: Successful completion of a minimum Bachelor Degree in Nursing (RN) for all aged care facilities.Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Minimum 3 years experience in residential aged care.Working knowledge of the requirements of the Quality Agency Standards, Specified Care and Service Principles of the Aged Care Act, Documentation Standards, Residents Rights, Aged Care Funding Instrument and other relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practices.Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.Sound clinical knowledge and skills in accordance with contemporary practice.Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).Desirable: Previous nursing management experience.Experience and involvement in accreditation processes.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. What we offer you: Competitive remuneration and benefits, including the 15% Aged Care Work Value increase.Attractive pay incentives, along with not-for-profit salary packaging.Up to $5,000 relocation allowance to assist with relocation (if applicable).The chance to engage in purposeful work within a values-driven organisation.Long-term job security in an industry resistant to economic fluctuations.A thriving, positive organisational culture that prioritises well-being.Abundant prospects for personal and professional growth through learning and development initiatives.
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