Clinical Nurse Manager – National Workplace Vaccination Program

About AVS Australian Vaccine Services (AVS) is Australia’s largest workplace flu-vaccination provider, delivering onsite and pharmacy-based programs to more than 300,000 individuals every year across enterprise, SME, local, state and federal government and aged-care sectors. Position Objectives · Provide safe, high-quality Immunisation services across Australia. · Oversee a national casual workforce of Registered Nurses with accredited Immunisation qualification (~250). · Lead a small permanent team of nursing support and admin support staff. · Ensure clinical governance, operational support, and compliance throughout seasonal and off-season periods. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership & Governance · Provide leadership, clinical support, and escalation management to all nurses. · Ensure adherence to Immunisation standards, cold chain protocols, and WHS legislation. · Step into operating clinics when staff are unavailable (rarely required and will be local to Central Coast/Sydney/Newcastle). · Investigate and document adverse events (AEFIs) and clinical incidents. Recruitment, Credentialing & Training · Lead recruitment, onboarding, credential checks, and contract issuance for casual nurses. · Oversee AHPRA, CPR/anaphylaxis, Immunisation qualifications, and licensing compliance. · Conduct training in Immunisation practices, WHS, documentation, and digital consent systems. · Manage state-specific Immunisation approvals and renewals. Workforce Planning & Scheduling · Collaborate with scheduling and logistics teams to ensure nurse coverage nationwide. · Review and approve nurse timesheets and agency invoices. · Support rostering nursing staff during peak periods and managing agency liaison if surge support is required. Stock & Cold Chain Management · Oversee national vaccine ordering and distribution logistics. · Maintain compliance with cold chain protocols, stock take tracking, and batch documentation. · Review temperature monitoring and wastage data to ensure audit readiness. Operations & Administration · Maintain workforce databases, clinical records, and incident registers. · Analyses vaccination data, incident trends, and nurse feedback to identify continuous improvement opportunities. · Contribute to policy and procedure review. · Act as a key liaison between nurses and support/admin teams. · Collaborate with payroll and finance for seamless administration. · Lead post-season debriefs and quality improvement initiatives. Skills & Experience Required · Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration. · Valid Australian Immunisation Certificate. · CPR/anaphylaxis training and annual Immunisation emergency qualifications. · Minimum 3 full time years in nurse management, coordination, or similar leadership. · Proficiency in Microsoft 365, clinical scheduling, and workforce database systems. · Knowledge of cold chain standards, WHS, and state/territory licensing for vaccinations. · Willingness to travel and operate in-clinic if required. · Valid Police Check, WWCC, and Driver’s License. Workload Seasonality · This position operates at full intensity from February to June each year, overseeing the national nurse workforce and clinic delivery during the vaccination season. · During July to January, the focus shifts to reviewing policies, updating procedures, maintaining compliance and licenses, ad hoc duties and preparing for the following season. Desirable Attributes · Experience with corporate or mobile Immunisation programs. · High digital literacy and strong administrative/documentation skills. · Calm under pressure and solution focused. · Familiarity with workers’ compensation authority for each state and insurance requirements. Why Join AVS? · Be part of Australia’s largest workplace flu vaccination provider. · Lead and support a national team of dedicated health professionals. · Permanent role based in Tuggerah with free onsite parking and a short walk to the train station. · Supportive, close-knit office team with opportunities for career progression. · Make a genuine impact on national health outcomes each year.

Location: Gosford, New South Wales, AU

Posted Date: 11/15/2025