Clinical Services Lead- Presbyterian Support Otago

Clinical Services Lead- Presbyterian Support Otago

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Presbyterian Support Otago

Clinical Services Lead – Presbyterian Support Otago

Support Centre, Dunedin

Travel may be required within Otago

Permanent : 0.8 FTE (up to 1.0 FTE depending on the individual).

This is your opportunity to use your clinical and management expertise to lead, guide, and strategically enhance clinical systems and care processes.

Presbyterian Support Otago is the largest provider of older person services in Otago and presently operates seven Enliven Care Homes across the region.

Presbyterian Support has a mission to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive.

The organisation is founded and guided by the values of integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager – Enliven Services, you will provide clinical oversight across our care homes, providing professional supervision to our clinical managers as well as direct management of 1-2 staff.

You will be a manager influencing the clinical direction of the organisation and driving initiatives for Presbyterian Support Otago to achieve clinical excellence.

You will manage serious complaints and provide guidance and support for incident reviews.

The wider Enliven team of residential managers and Quality Advisor, together with support of the Senior Leadership Team, will provide you with exceptional support to thrive and succeed in this role.

PSO offers a competitive remuneration package along with ongoing professional development opportunities.

In this role, you will

Be the "Champion" for clinical systems improvement and innovation.

Take a lead in designing and implementing improved processes of care.

Participate in determining priorities for resource allocation and quality initiatives

Provide expert advice on clinical issues, using evidence-based practice

Assist with the mentoring of clinical staff in the workplace.

Hours and Location :

This is a permanent position based in our Dunedin office, working

• hours per week.

Travel may be required within Otago.

Further information about the position is in the attached Job Description.

What We Offer

Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation, making a real difference in people's lives

A management team that is supportive and knowledgeable

A care team committed to providing quality care to residents

Opportunity to learn and upskill through ongoing training

Discounts with local businesses

About You

You will be an experienced Registered Nurse with a current practising certificate.

You will have leadership or management experience at a senior level, either in aged care or a similar environment, excellent time management and problem-solving skills and the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

A relevant postgraduate qualification (or working towards one)

Current driver's licence

Demonstrated ability to educate clinical staff at all levels and to communicate clinical information to non-clinical staff.

Skills and experience in computer systems to maximise the use of technology for improved service provision.

A passion for working with older people and a commitment to the total well-being of the older people involved in our services.

High integrity, professionalism, and adaptability

Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration

Next steps

Apply now to move your career forward with PSO.

For further information, please contact Michelle van Kampen, General Manager – Enliven Services, on

Please leave a message with your contact details if Michelle is unable to answer at the time you call.

Note that Michelle is on leave until 17 October

All enquiries will be treated confidentially.

Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.

If you have difficulty applying, please email

Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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