Clinical Nurse

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Nurse (RN Level 2) to provide advanced nursing care and clinical leadership within the Denmark Health Service Residential Aged Care team.

This role is responsible for coordinating, managing, and delivering evidence-based, person-centred care while supporting multidisciplinary teams, mentoring staff, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong clinical expertise, leadership capability, and a commitment to achieving outstanding health outcomes for residents and the wider community.

Why Denmark?

Experience the perfect blend of professional fulfilment and lifestyle in Denmark, Western Australia. Nestled between stunning coastlines, ancient forests, and rolling countryside, Denmark offers an exceptional quality of life with a welcoming community, affordable living, and easy access to outdoor recreation. Enjoy a rewarding healthcare career while embracing a relaxed regional lifestyle in one of Western Australia's most picturesque destinations.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical nursing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident care.
• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing services within a residential aged care setting.
• Act as a clinical leader and expert resource, providing guidance and support on complex care management.
• Facilitate and coordinate nursing activities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation, care planning, and continuity of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary, inter-agency, and nursing meetings to support coordinated service delivery.
• Support and mentor nursing and care staff, promoting professional development and best practice standards.
• Contribute to quality improvement, risk management, workplace safety, and compliance initiatives.
• Promote knowledge and understanding of relevant accreditation standards and aged care requirements.
• Assist the Clinical Nurse Manager in achieving organisational and service objectives.

Employee Benefits

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances

About You

You are a compassionate and capable Clinical Nurse who is committed to providing exceptional person-centred care and clinical leadership. You bring advanced nursing knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, colleagues, and external stakeholders. You thrive in a collaborative environment, support continuous learning, and champion quality and safety initiatives. Your leadership style promotes teamwork, professional growth, and positive health outcomes.

To be successful, you will possess:

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in evidence-based nursing practice.
• Well-developed leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to use health information systems.
• Knowledge of quality improvement, risk management, and relevant healthcare legislation.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

If you're ready to advance your nursing career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and the local community, we'd love to hear from you.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. Additionally, appointment is subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks, including registration verification, criminal record screening, health assessment, integrity checks, Working with Children Check, and Aged Care Criminal Record Clearance.

How to Apply

Click the Apply button and submit your application. In your covering letter, please state that you are applying for the Clinical Nurse Residential Aged Care role at Denmark Hospital.