Clinical Nurse

Alzheimer’s Queensland | Upper Mount Gravatt | Permanent Full-Time

Lead with purpose. Deliver care that truly matters.
Join a values-driven organisation where your clinical expertise directly improves the lives of older Australians.

About This Opportunity

Join Alzheimer’s Queensland as a Clinical Nurse, providing clinical leadership and ensuring safe, high-quality, person-centered care within our residential aged care service.

This is a permanent full-time position where you will take accountability for clinical governance on shift, support and guide care teams, and drive continuous improvement in resident outcomes.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate: ($55.00 – $60.00 per hour) + 12% superannuation + salary packaging.
• Company vehicle provided
• Free meals provided during shifts.
• Supportive, values-driven team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive clinical care including assessment, planning, and evaluation.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to nursing and care staff.
• Monitor resident health and respond to changes, escalating risks appropriately.
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and clinical governance requirements.
• Oversee medication management and clinical documentation accuracy.
• Support audits, accreditation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage clinical risks, incidents, and infection control practices.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

About Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ)

Founded in 1983, Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ) is Australia’s largest dementia association, which also caters to older Australians requiring loving care and support. As an inclusive organisation, we strive to create meaningful lives, by tailoring a person’s living arrangements and lifestyle to best meet their, or their loved one’s needs.AQ delivers a comprehensive range of services including residential aged care, home care packages, community respite, specialist dementia support, and a Dementia Help Line. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering safe, high-quality care aligned with best practice and the Aged Care Quality Standards.

About You

• Must have full Australian working rights with no restrictions.
• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Experience in aged care or gerontology nursing.
• Strong clinical skills including medication and care planning.
• Experience leading or supervising clinical teams.
• Solid understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and compliance.
• Strong communication and decision-making capability.

Questions?

For application enquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at src@alzqld.org.au, quoting the job reference number in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

Submit your application via SEEK, including your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Other Information

AQ is committed to a fair, equitable, and inclusive selection process. Employment conditions are aligned with applicable Awards and the National Employment Standards . Salary packaging benefits are available, allowing you to increase your take-home pay through tax-effective arrangements.