Hall & Prior Health & Aged Care Group is a family-owned aged care provider operating 41 residential aged care homes, with in-home and community care programs in WA, QLD, ACT and NSW. We believe that our commitment to providing high quality care can make a real difference to the lives of our consumers and their families.

Exciting opportunity for Deputy Director of Nursing (DDON) to help manage our 71-bed Mertome Aged Care Home, located in Bayswater. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension.

About the role 
Reporting to the Director of Nursing, and supported by a Clinical Nurse Manager, you will be instrumental in the development and implementation of procedures to ensure each resident's clinical and care requirements are met, while providing clear communication to families. Your clinical and leadership experience will be invaluable as another key focus of your role is delivering clinical supervision to our team of Registered Nurses.

Your well-honed communication, assessment, and problem-solving skills are easily demonstrated when leading inter-disciplinary teams, as well as providing relationship-centred care that ensures the dignity and respect of all residents.

What you'll bring 

• Tertiary qualification (Bachelor or higher) in Nursing and AHPRA registration
• Extensive experience as a nurse in the aged care sector
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to provide instruction to nurses and build strong relationships with residents and their families
• Eagerness to learn and develop management skills
• Full working rights in Australia

What we offer

Our people are integral to achieving our vision of being a leading aged care provider in Australia. As well as being part of an inspiring and rewarding working environment, the benefits of working for Hall & Prior include a competitive remuneration package, flexible work arrangements, ongoing training and development opportunities and commitment to employee wellness.

What to do now

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Compassionate people, dedicated to care.