Clinical Team Leader - Port Macquarie

at  Prodigy Health Solutions

Our client is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Team Leader to join their team at the Port Macquarie aged care facility on a permanent full-time basis.
In this role, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of our residents by providing clinical and holistic case management.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be an AHPRA Registered Nurse with current registration.
• Postgraduate qualification in Gerontology, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Management highly regarded.
• Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in a relevant environment.
• A sound understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards.
• A sound understanding of person centred and relationship-based care principles
• National Police Clearance Check
• Australian Working Rights
• Must be willing to work weekends to support continuity of care and team leadership.

• Provide clinical leadership and direction to a care team, ensuring adherence to best practices and resident care protocols.
• Support the Clinical Care Manager with case management for a designated cohort of residents.
• Collaborate with residents, their representatives, and the care team to develop and implement individualized care plans that meet each resident’s unique needs and goals.
• Identify and manage risks to resident safety and well-being.
• Work collaboratively with the Clinical Practice and Quality and Compliance team to deliver best possible outcomes for residents.
• Respond to changes in resident status in a timely manner, including reassessing and adjusting the care plan as required, and engaging other healthcare providers and specialists as needed
• Assist in implementing and documenting quality improvement activities.
• Identify areas for improvement in resident care practices and develop action plans.
• Ensure all clinical incidents and resident feedback are captured and addressed promptly.
• Coach and mentor care team, fostering their professional development and skillsets.
• Facilitate training sessions and on-the-job coaching to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.