Clinical Excellence Lead at Uniting

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Lead Clinical Excellence at Scale. Shape Better Care Across NSW & ACT.

Clinical Excellence Lead

Permanent | Marsden Street, Parramatta or Pitt Street, Sydney | Travel across NSW and ACT

Closing date for all applications: March 17^th, 2026

At Uniting, clinical excellence is not simply about compliance. It is about dignity, safety and delivering care that genuinely improves the lives of older people.

We are seeking a senior clinical leader who is ready to influence practice at scale, someone who can translate research, data and innovation into meaningful improvements across our Seniors Services portfolio.

Reporting to the Executive Manager, Nursing and Clinical Governance within the Customer, Risk and Governance Directorate, this role sits at the heart of how we strengthen care quality across NSW and ACT.

The opportunity

This is a strategic leadership role with real impact.

You will guide and enable a highly skilled multidisciplinary clinical practice team (nursing and allied health) to design, embed and sustain contemporary, evidence-based care programs. Your work will directly influence outcomes in areas such as dementia support, palliative care, wound management, mental health, falls prevention and complex care.

Importantly, this role is about lifting standards across an entire system, not just improving pockets of practice.

You will:

• Translate strategy into practical, measurable improvements in clinical care
• Strengthen clinical governance and clinical risk mitigation
• Use data and analytics to demonstrate the link between intervention and improved outcomes
• Partner with service leaders to embed consistent, high-quality practice
• Contribute to transformation initiatives across Seniors Services
• Help raise the profile of Nursing and clinical leadership across Uniting

This is also a visible leadership role aligned to a Uniting priority — elevating clinical excellence as a defining strength of our organisation.

What you’ll bring

You are an experienced clinical leader who understands aged care in depth , its complexity and challenges in a sector undergoing significant change..

You combine strategic thinking with practical delivery. You are confident working with executives and frontline clinicians alike. You know how to influence, how to build capability and how to create alignment without through authentic leadership.

You will bring:

• Current AHPRA registration (no conditions or limitations)
• Registration as a Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in health or aged care
• A master’s degree in a relevant clinical discipline
• Postgraduate qualifications in leadership or management
• Strong knowledge of aged care regulation and reform
• Demonstrated success leading clinical practice improvement in complex environments
• Confidence in using clinical data to inform decisions and demonstrate impact
• A current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel across NSW and ACT

Experience in data analytics, complex health systems or professional clinical governance leadership will be highly regarded.

Why this role matters

Uniting is a mission-led organisation with the scale to influence sector-wide standards and the heart to ensure every improvement translates to better experiences for older people.

If you are motivated by meaningful impact, collaborative leadership and the opportunity to elevate care at a systems level, we would welcome your application.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please contact Louise Massie at

What We Offer You  

• Meaningful work that matters — build a rewarding career with one of Australia’s leading human services organisations.
• More money in your pocket — access up to $18,550 in tax-free salary packaging as part of our NFP benefits.
• Wellbeing that goes beyond work — access Fitness Passport and prioritise your health your way
• Everyday savings — enjoy exclusive discounts through our U Rewards program.
• More time when you need it — purchase additional leave to create space for what matters most.
• Grow your career with purpose — ongoing professional development and learning opportunities

Who is Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.  

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.  

Empowered by diversity   

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.    

Job Info:

• Company: Uniting
• Position: Clinical Excellence Lead
• Work Location: Parramatta
• Country: AU

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