Roaming Care Manager - Aged Care

About the role

Respect, the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia, is seeking an experienced Roaming Care Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care across its services. This is a full-time role with flexibility to be based remotely, but regular and frequent travel is required, as facilities are spread across Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, Western Australia and Queensland. The role involves on-the-ground leadership and support across multiple sites.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a collaborative team environment so that high-quality, person-centred care is delivered to residents and their representatives.
• Mentor, support and guide staff, promoting excellence in clinical care, lifestyle services and team capability development.
• Uphold duty of care by following organisational policies, professional codes of conduct, ethical standards and legislative requirements.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on clinical practices against best practice standards, governance frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Take part in quality systems such as audits, reviews, data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee care planning with residents, families and clinical teams to ensure responsive, individualised care.
• Support staff development through training, performance reviews and mentoring.
• Maintain working relationships with internal teams, external providers and community stakeholders, including after-hours availability when required.

Required profile

• Bachelor degree in Nursing (Registered Nurse) for aged care facilities, or Nursing Diploma (Enrolled Nurse) for Victorian-based hostels.
• Current AHPRA registration and at least 3 years' experience in residential aged care.
• Strong working knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, the Aged Care Act, documentation standards, residents' rights and relevant funding instruments and legislation.
• Well-developed clinical knowledge and skills aligned with contemporary nursing practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families and staff.
• Current National Police Certificate, or willingness and ability to obtain one.
• Previous experience in nursing leadership and/or accreditation processes is desirable.

What we offer

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress and purpose, with opportunities to grow your career.
• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2,650 for meals out and holiday accommodation.