Care Manager

Care Manager (Registered Nurse)

Location: Armstrong Creek

Job Type: Full time

About TLC Healthcare

TLC Healthcare is an innovative and growing healthcare organisation providing residential aged care, medical centres, health clubs and allied health services across Victoria and Queensland. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional care and creating communities where our residents feel safe, respected and valued.

Located on the doorstep of the beautiful Surf Coast in Geelong, our aged care residence in Armstrong Creek – ‘Warralily Gardens’ – is a modern and vibrant residential aged care home.

TLC Aged Care Armstrong Creek has an extensive range of on-site services available making TLC Warralily Gardens a unique place to live, including a community medical centre, allied health services including a hydrotherapy pool, gym, physiotherapy, dietetics and podiatry, a resident’s sports bar and café, and virtual reality cinema.

And with a co-located TLC Early Learning centre opening soon, TLC Warralily Gardens residents will also be able to participate in an innovative intergenerational program with the children from the centre.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Care Manager to lead our clinical team and deliver exceptional resident care outcomes.

About the Role

As the Care Manager, you will provide clinical leadership and oversee the delivery of high-quality nursing care within the home. Working closely with the Home Manager and multidisciplinary team, you will support compliance, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure best practice care standards are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support clinical and care teams to deliver excellent resident outcomes
• Oversee clinical governance, documentation and care planning
• Support accreditation and compliance with aged care standards
• Monitor clinical indicators and implement quality improvement initiatives
• Mentor and coach Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and Care staff
• Promote a positive team culture focused on resident-centred care
• Collaborate with residents, families and allied health professionals
• Assist with workforce planning and clinical staffing support

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Previous leadership experience within aged care or healthcare
• Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills
• Sound knowledge of aged care accreditation standards and legislation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams
• Strong organisational and problem-solving capabilities
• A genuine passion for aged care and resident wellbeing

Compliance Requirements

• Relevant Qualifications
• Right to work in Australia
• Valid Police Check
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
• Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccinations (minimum 3 doses
• 2026 Influenza vaccination
• NDIS Clearance Check (including police clearance)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
• Modern facility with well-resourced clinical systems
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programs
• The opportunity to make a real difference in residents’ lives

Apply now by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

For any questions regarding this role, please feel free to contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@tlchealthcare.com.au

To learn more about the benefits of joining Team TLC, please visit our website

We are an organisation with a strong sense of purpose that celebrates diversity, inclusion and embodies our core values of respect, accountability, excellence, collaboration, integrity and innovation.

Our culture is based on a supportive team environment where people thrive and achieve their best professionally

At TLC, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that embracing different perspectives strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to serve our communities with integrity and compassion.

As part of our recruitment process, you may be required to complete a pre-employment psychometric and medical assessment.