Clinical Nurse Manager Permanent Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity | Redcliffe

Brightwater has been a trusted name in care for over 120 years. As one of Australia’s largest and most respected care providers, we combine deep expertise with a progressive spirit to empower both our clients and our people. Our mission is to support individuals in pursuing the dignity of independence — and we do this through the dedication and compassion of our team.

If you share our values of being caring, authentic, progressive, and courageous, we’d love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

Due to an internal promotion, we are excited to invite applications for an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) to join our team at Brightwater Redcliffe. Our Redcliffe site features 50 private rooms across six individual houses, each designed to feel warm and homely, complete with its own living room, kitchen, and dining area.

As CNM, you will work in close partnership with the Service Manager to uphold the highest standards of clinical care, in alignment with the Aged Care Quality Standards and Brightwater’s Clinical Governance Framework. You will lead and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of holistic, client-centred care that reflects our mission and values.

About You

We’re looking for a confident clinical leader who brings both expertise and heart to their work. You will have:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Clinical Nurse (preferably in Residential Aged Care)
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Strong clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated experience and deep understanding of the lived experiences of people with dementia and their families. Proven leadership capabilities and a passion for mentoring others
• A collaborative approach and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of clinical audits and continuous improvement processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with aged care standards and sector requirements
• Experience in recruitment and staff performance management
• Flexibility to work varied hours and participate in an on-call roster

Essential Requirements:

• Current WA Driver’s Licence
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• National Police Clearance (issued within the last 12 months)
• Key personnel checks required

What We Offer

• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• 5 days of professional development leave annually
• Access to BrightwaterPlus – discounts with over 370 retailers
• Discounted Australian College of Nursing membership
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

About Brightwater

Since 1901, Brightwater has stood beside people through life’s changes. We specialise in aged care, dementia, disability support, Huntington’s disease, and acquired brain injury. Our team is united by a shared purpose — to see what others don’t and support our clients with compassion and innovation.

Apply Now

If this sounds like the right role for you, please submit your application via Brightwater’s online portal by 15 August 2025. Please note: Brightwater reserves the right to close applications early.

For a confidential discussion, contact Zorica, Talent Acquisition Specialist, on 0417 520 285.

No agencies, please.