Residential-In-Reach Clinical Nurse Consultant
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Residential-In-Reach Clinical Nurse Consultant
Fixed Term Part-Time: 0.8-0.9 EFT
Classification: ZF4
Hourly Rate: $59.7921 12% Superannuation
Location: Coleraine Campus (initially)
About us
Located in bustling Hamilton at Western District Health Service (WDHS) we pride ourselves on our strong teamwork and our shared commitment to providing person-centred high-quality healthcare to the Southern Grampians community.
The Greater Hamilton region is rich with lifestyle opportunities and facilities. Working for WDHS will enable you to pursue your profession build your career and enjoy a great work/life balance. With the Grampians National Park and stunning beaches on your doorstep in Warrnambool Port Fairy and Portland and wineries dotted in-between a better lifestyle is waiting for you! Learn more -Visit Hamilton
You will work alongside experienced passionate leadership peers who are true to our values ofIntegrityInnovationCollaborationAccountabilityRespect andEmpathy.
About the role
The Residential In-Reach service is a Department of Health funded program aimed at reducing avoidable presentations to the Emergency Department and admissions to hospital by residents in aged care facilities through timely and appropriate care provided in their homes.
The CNC offers a proactive preventative response approach for residents in partnering residential aged care settings who are deteriorating and experiencing worsening health collaboration with the resident family the residents General Practitioner (GP) and Facility RNs will contribute to a preventative management plan based on comprehensive evidence-based assessments addressing specific health risks associated with ageing. Recognition of clinical deterioration in the older person and escalation of care to the GP RiR Nurse Practitioner Geriatrician or other supportive services to maintain patient safety and optimise health outcomes. Clinical triage of residents in line with RiR referral and treatment pathways. Ensures established care plans and treatments are performed documented and communicated to all stakeholders including the resident their family the Residential Aged Care Facility (RACF) the GP the hospital if appropriate and other engaged supporting agencies. Facilitate streamlined transitions to and from clinical settings. Assists with the establishment and implementation of the RIR program and RIR team
You will bring:
- Commitment to the WDHS Values of Integrity Innovation Collaboration Accountability Respect and Empathy and ability to exhibit behaviour which reflects our values.
- Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with colleagues supervisors and otherstakeholders
- Authorised to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) together with demonstrated ability to meet the ANMC competencies for the Registered Nurse.
- 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience with at least 3 years full time equivalent experience within the specialty or related streams. A background and or post graduate qualifications in emergency wound continence and gerontology nursing is highly desirable.
What we can offer you:
- Relocation consultant support (housing partner employment childcare/education social groups etc) (out of region only).
- Accomodation and housing support (up to 3 months)
- Internal training and development opportunities to support professional and personal growth
- Salary packaging including capped expenses ($9010) meals and entertainment card ($2650) and novated vehicle leasing
- Free on-site car parking
- Social club membership offering a range of events and functions
- A culture which supports staff health and wellbeing including:
Green Bean Café on site at the Hamilton Base Hospital
- Discounted leisure memberships
- Gym membership at corporate rates
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For more details take a look at thePosition Description.
Closing Date: Sunday 1st of February 2026
Proposed Interview Date: Thursday 5th February 2026
The successful candidate must have or obtain a National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role a Working with Children Check Clearance Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. All employees must comply with WDHS vaccination requirements. WDHS is a smoke-free workplace.
Western District Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer that has a commitment to cultural safety inclusion and empowerment of Indigenous Torres Strait Islander their families and communities and encourages them to apply. This organisation promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally linguistically diverse and aboriginal backgrounds and thosewith a disability.
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