East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships. We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services:
Community Nursing is part of the broader Community Services Directorate. Located at the Ararat campus, we provide community nursing primarily across the catchment of Ararat Rural City and into the neighbouring local government areas of Pyrenees and Northern Grampians for Palliative Care. Community Nursing includes District Nursing, Palliative Care, Post Acute Care, Hospital in the Home, Hospital Admission Risk Program (HARP), Breast Care and Home and Community Care Program for Younger People (HACC PYP). Each service aims to provide awareness and education to enable consumers to better understand their health issues and thus take greater responsibility for improving their health outcomes.
- Regional Lifestyle –
- A variety of employee benefits
- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities
Responsibilities include coordinating and supporting fellow team members, triaging referrals, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive nursing care to participants/patients in their home, and liaising with other multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience or a strong interest in one or more of the following areas:
- Palliative Care – end of Life care, symptom management, carer/family support
- District Nursing – wound care, medication management, chronic disease management, drain/nephrostomy care
- Hospital in the Home – acute care delivered in a home setting
- Ability to contribute and practice collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills
- A compassionate and empathetic approach to participant/patient care
- Ability to work and adapt to changing participant/patient needs
Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check).
East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.
For more information please contact Jess Sladdin, Acting Manager Community Nursing, on (03) 5352 9560.
Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business 16th August 2026.
