Care Manager Bendigo, Victoria

Responsibilities

Join Bupa Aged Care and be at the heart of it in Bendigo!

As Australia's largest regional aged care and dementia provider, we continue to be part of communities driven by vision, passion, and hard work. We make life better for thousands. That includes yours. You make a difference to our residents and their families, and we want to make sure you’re absolutely supported to do just that.

Bupa Bendigo

Located in the heart of regional Victoria, Bupa Bendigo is a welcoming and modern care home that’s deeply connected to the local community. With convenient access to local amenities, healthcare services, and transport links, our home provides high-quality care in a warm, supportive environment. Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents.

To learn more about our beautiful care home visit:

Bupa Bendigo | Aged Care & Nursing Home Bendigo

The heart of the role

As Care Manager you will work as part of a team of empathetic and caring clinical professionals. You will support the General Manager in managing and leading the delivery of person-centred care for residents, ensuring the highest standard of ongoing assessment, care planning and evaluation, and clinical governance—helping them to live longer, healthier, and happier lives.

Free Select Health Insurance products for you and your immediate family up to $5.5k*

Duties include

• Oversee the daily clinical operations of the care home
• Support and lead the care home clinical team including coaching, mentoring, staff allocations and delegation, performance management and education
• Review clinical incidents, complaints and changes
• Lead compliance with AN-ACC assessments
• Manage person-centred care planning and evaluation for residents, including case conferencing with families and carers
• Prepare and conduct clinical governance audits
• Oversee medication management in accordance with resident needs and legislative requirements
• Liaise with allied health, medical practitioners and other services to provide optimal resident care

The Benefits

• VIVA – our employee wellbeing program – live healthier and happier. We’ve got your back and support our people to be the best version of themselves, physically and mentally
• Career development – you’ll have a real say in shaping the future direction of the business and your own career because when you grow, Bupa grows
• Access to leading training and professional development, supported by our quality education team and expert clinicians with a commitment to clinical excellence
• Comprehensive induction and buddy program to set you up for success from day one
• Be recognised and rewarded through the Bupa Love Reward & Recognition Program

What will you bring?

• Bachelor of Nursing with current AHPRA registration (essential)
• Experience managing a minimum of 30 beds
• Proven track record in delivering quality clinical care within an aged care or acute setting
• Excellent clinical assessment skills and care planning capabilities
• Highly effective communication, leadership, and relationship management skills
• Understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes

Be at the Heart of It – your new team is ready to welcome you!

Just so you know, everyone will be required to complete pre-employment checks as part of the application process.

Here at Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are committed to building diverse teams that are reflective of the communities we serve and fostering a fair and inclusive workplace free from discrimination, bullying and harassment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants and are dedicated to removing barriers to participation

• Eligibility criteria and conditions

Job Type: Full Time Contract Type : Permanent

Success Profile

What makes a successful Care Manager - Bendigo at Bupa?

Check out the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

• Compassion
• Team-player
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Adaptability

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Benefits

• Subsidised health insurance

  Discounts on Health Insurance, Home, Contents and Landlord Insurance, Car Insurance, Travel Insurance, Pet Insurance

• VIVA : our employee wellbeing program

  We support our people to be the best version of themselves, physically and mentally, so they can be the best support for our customers.

• Career development

  You’ll have a real say in shaping the future direction of the business and your own career because we believe that when you grow, Bupa grows.

• Study assistance

  Financial and practical support to help you continue your studies, build your clinical skills and grow your nursing career with confidence.

• Discounts via partner sharing program

  Access a range of everyday savings and exclusive discounts with trusted partners, so you can get more out of life beyond work.

Culture

At Bupa, our culture is built on care—care for residents, for customers and for each other. It’s a place where collaboration is encouraged, voices are heard and people are supported to grow while making a meaningful difference every day.