Are you an experienced Clinical Nurse ready to take the next step in your career?
About Us
At Palm Lake Care, care isn’t just what we do it’s who we are. As a proud, family-owned organisation, we’ve built our reputation on values that put people first. Across our seven premium aged care communities, we provide personalised residential, respite, and palliative care in vibrant, welcoming environments where every resident feels truly valued.
Our team is united by a simple promise, I will make a difference for you, right now. That belief drives us to go the extra mile because the little things often matter most. Here, respect is at the heart of every interaction with residents, families, and each other because how we treat people conveys everything about us as a company and you as an individual.
Our Palm Lake Promise to you is that here, you will make a difference.
Position Details
Palm Lake Care Mount Warren Park is seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse to join our clinical leadership team on a Full Time basis from Monday to Friday. You’ll work closely with the Clinical Manager to ensure the highest standards of clinical care are delivered every day.
You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values innovation, communication, and compassion in every aspect of care.
Weekend shifts available with penalty rates
Responsibilities
As a Clinical Nurse, you will play a vital leadership role in ensuring quality care and compliance across the home. Your key responsibilities include:
Supervising and supporting the day today delivery of high-quality clinical care under the guidance of the Clinical Manager
Providing clinical leadership and mentoring to Enrolled Nurses and Personal Care Assistants
Overseeing resident assessments, care planning, and documentation in accordance with Aged Care Quality Standards
Managing and reviewing complex wound care and coordinating allied health referrals
Supporting the Clinical Manager in audits, quality improvement programs, and compliance activities
Promoting excellence in infection control and clinical governance
Assisting with staff education, onboarding, and performance support
Ensuring compliance with the Aged Care Code of Conduct, Aged Care Quality Standards, and Charter of Rights
Participating in continuous improvement and clinical meetings to enhance resident outcomes
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this leadership role, you will bring:
Bachelor of Nursing with current APHRA registration
Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a senior nursing role within Residential Aged Care
Strong understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards
Gerontology Certificate / Diploma or willingness to undertake same
Excellent clinical assessment, leadership, and mentoring skills
Demonstrated ability to identify and respond to deteriorating residents
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with residents, families, and health professionals
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Current National Police Check and valid C-Class Driver’s Licence
You’ll stand out if you have:
Why Join Us?
At Palm Lake Care, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:
Join a Team That Cares!
We believe belonging and connection are fundamental rights of ageing. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact through the joy of food and hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.
As an inclusive and culturally sensitive workplace, we invite individuals from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, and all walks of life, to apply.
Apply now and become part of a team that truly cares.
All applicants must provide a valid national police check and undergo a pre-employment medical assessment.
Please note, all Palm Lake Care Communities are smoke-free workplaces.
Palm Lake Group boasts an impressive 48 years of expertise and firsthand knowledge in creating exceptional over-50s lifestyle resorts, retirement villages, and state-of-the-art aged care facilities. As a proudly Australian family-owned business, we are committed to crafting communities that are not only friendly and welcoming, but also inspiring and aspirational. Our extensive portfolio of communities throughout Australia has earned us high regard, including multiple industry awards from the Master Builders Association in recent years.
At Palm Lake Group, we oversee every aspect of community creation, starting from the initial design and development all the way through to the construction of our luxurious homes and state-of-the-art facilities.
Our dedicated sales and customer experience teams provide personalised guidance and support to ensure a smooth transition for our future residents and once settled, our resort teams work tirelessly to deliver the luxury lifestyle we are renowned for.
Currently, we proudly operate 27 resorts and 7 aged care facilities under the Palm Lake Group umbrella. With over 1200 employees spanning across Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria, we are able to provide exceptional service and care to our residents.
In recognition of our commitment to excellence, we have been voted as one of the top 7 family-run businesses in Australia.
As we continue to grow, we are excited to expand with new sites under development in Bargara, Pelican Waters, Yamba, Forster, and Paynesville.
The future of Palm Lake Group is bright, and we look forward to creating even more incredible communities for our residents to enjoy.
