Quality Officer

Join Aeralife and help shape safer, stronger aged care.

We are seeking an experienced and quality-focused Registered Nurse to join our Governance and Risk team in Victoria. In this role, you will support clinical governance, quality assurance and continuous improvement across our residential aged care homes, helping ensure care is delivered in line with the Aged Care Act 2024 , the Statement of Rights and the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

Based at one of Aeralife’s Victorian homes, this role involves regular travel across our Victorian sites to support quality monitoring, audit activity, risk management and improvement initiatives.

About the role

You will work closely with operational, clinical and quality teams to monitor compliance, identify risks, support audits, strengthen clinical systems and drive continuous improvement. This is an ideal opportunity for a nurse with aged care experience who is passionate about quality, resident safety and better care outcomes.

Key responsibilities include

· Supporting compliance with the Aged Care Act 2024, Statement of Rights and strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

· Conducting audits, reviews and gap analyses to identify clinical, quality and documentation risks.

· Monitoring incidents, corrective actions and improvement initiatives to support safer resident outcomes.

· Partnering with site leaders and clinical teams to strengthen quality systems, accountability and continuous improvement.

· Supporting high-quality, evidence-based clinical practice, documentation standards and risk escalation processes.

What you can expect (Culture and Benefits)

• A competitive industry salary package commensurate with skills and experience.
• Long term career development opportunities.
• On the job training and development opportunities available.
• Access to Group Employee Assistance Program, Salary Packaging, Discounted Health Plan and Superannuation Fund
• We respect and embrace diverse perspectives, experiences, and traditions.
• Our Group values of (PIER) Passion, Innovation, Empathy and Respect are at the core of each employee’s contribution towards achieving our business objectives

What you’ll bring

To be successful in this role, you will bring a combination of clinical expertise, aged care experience and a strong understanding of quality and compliance.

· Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.

· Experience in residential aged care, with exposure to clinical governance, auditing, compliance or quality systems.

· Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or the ability to obtain all required clearances.

· Demonstrated experience in clinical compliance, risk management and continuous improvement.

· Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Highly regarded

· Knowledge of the Aged Care Act 2024, Statement of Rights and strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

· Experience supporting audits, assessments, site visits and rectification activities in aged care.

· Confidence using electronic care, quality and reporting systems.

· Ability to influence practice, build capability and support positive resident outcomes.

· Knowledge of evidence-based practice and contemporary clinical guidance relevant to aged care.

· Experience interpreting data, quality indicators and performance measures to drive improvement.

As a proudly Australian and independently owned provider with over 20 years of experience, Aeralife specialise in premium residential aged care. Our mission is to enable a safe, nurturing community that delights our diverse residents, families, and staff.

With homes across Victoria and New South Wales, Aeralife communities are a shining example of our innovative and holistic approach to aged care. Our dedicated teams, driven by passion and empathy, are committed to creating deep connections with residents, ensuring a meaningful approach to caregiving.

At Aeralife, we create a place of joy, purpose, and connection for our residents, families, and staff. Guided by our core values – Passion, Innovation, Empathy, and Respect – we strive to create an environment where both residents and team members thrive.

Join us in shaping a new era of care and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

To Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a difference in the wider community and making a positive difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will be required to supply proof of work rights and National Disability Worker Screening Check.

Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume via the APPLY NOW link.

Due to high volume of candidates, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.