Director of Nursing – Illoura Residential Aged Care

• Full Time, Ongoing Contract
• 80 hours per fortnight - Inclusive of ADO

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services.

Illoura Residential Aged Care is a 72-bed facility providing high-quality care and support to older members of our community. The service incorporates residential aged care, a dedicated Memory Support Unit and transition of care programs.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Director of Nursing to provide strategic leadership and operational management of Illoura, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and resident-centred care in a welcoming, home-like environment.

The role is responsible for leading and supporting the residential aged care team, maintaining compliance with relevant aged care standards and legislation, and driving continuous improvement in quality, safety and professional practice. A strong focus on resident partnership, effective financial and resource management, infection prevention and the delivery of high standards of aged and palliative care is essential.

Working closely with the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, the Director of Nursing will oversee service performance, quality and financial reporting, workforce development, recruitment and training, while contributing to operational and strategic planning for residential aged care across Northeast Health Wangaratta.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nursing leader to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, their families and the wider community while fostering a positive, supportive and high-performing aged care team.

Our Region:

• Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast.
• An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities.
• We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12.
• Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries. 
• Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast.
• https://www.visitwangaratta.com.au/Home
• https://www.victoriashighcountry.com.au/snow/

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
• Social Club Benefits
• Support for our diverse workforce

Applying for the role:

• Enquiries can be made with Maree Woodhouse on (03) 5522 5233
• Confirmation of Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application. Covid Vaccination is strongly recommended
• A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• Applications must address the key selection criteria from the PD
• Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application
• To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria
• Applications close Sunday, 29th November 2026

NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies

If you have any issues with submitting your application please call the Recruitment Team on (03) 5722 5353