We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Dementia Manager (Registered Nurse) to provide clinical leadership and operational management for a specialized Memory Support Cottage.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical & Operational Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day supervision, mentoring, and guidance of staff within the Memory Support Unit, fostering evidence-based dementia care approaches.
- Resident & Family Advocacy: Act as the primary Care Partner and main point of contact for families regarding care updates, changes in condition, and support needs.
- Quality & Compliance: Monitor quality indicators, manage incidents/feedback, oversee SIRS reporting, and champion continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
- People & Culture: Lead staff recruitment, onboarding, training compliance, leave management, and annual performance reviews.
- Financial Stewardship: Demonstrate a sound understanding of the Cottage budget and contribute to effective resource and consumables management.
- Environment & Engagement: Ensure the physical environment supports resident safety and comfort, while promoting a robust, evidence-based activities program.
Requirements
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
- Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience, with proven recent experience specializing in dementia care.
- Industry Connection: Demonstrated awareness of and engagement with key aged care dementia-related networks is highly desirable.
- Leadership Capabilities: Strong emotional intelligence, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a proven track record of building cohesive teams.
- Compliance: Strict adherence to the Aged Care Quality Standards and Workplace Health and Safety practices.
What's on Offer
- A leadership role where you can truly influence practice and culture.
- The opportunity to work with a values-driven organization focused on dignity and kindness.
- A supportive environment with ongoing professional development.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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