Post-Acute Care (PAC) Program Care Coordinator
District Nursing & Continuing and Complex Care
Permanent Part Time, up to 40 hours per fortnight
Nurses and Midwives Agreement, HITH/PAC Nurse Level 1 ($58.34474 p/h, excludes allowances)
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Continuing & Complex Care team at West Gippsland Healthcare Group as a Post-Acute Care (PAC) Program Care Coordinator. In this rewarding role, you will coordinate short-term community-based services that support patients transitioning from hospital to home, helping them recover safely, maintain independence and avoid unplanned hospital readmissions.
Reporting to the District Nursing Service & Continuing and Complex Care Nurse Unit Manager, you will work collaboratively with patients, families, hospital staff, community providers and other healthcare professionals to assess needs, coordinate services and ensure effective continuity of care.
This position would suit a motivated and experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys autonomous practice, has strong clinical assessment skills and is passionate about supporting positive patient outcomes in the community setting. We offer a supportive team environment, comprehensive orientation, salary packaging benefits and free onsite parking.
Our preferred candidate will have:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Community Services, District Nursing and Acute Care services.
- Knowledge of Health Independence Programs, particularly the Post-Acute Care (PAC) funding model.
- Strong clinical assessment skills, including the ability to conduct comprehensive phone assessments and determine appropriate care pathways.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Proven ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- High level computer literacy and experience using electronic information systems.
The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:
- Previous experience within a hospital or healthcare environment.
- Experience with program administration, data collection and reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.
About our organisation
“Did you know …Warragul hospital is located only 30 minutes drive from Pakenham along the freeway against traffic, and that The Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest growing Local Government Areas (LGAs) within the country!
We are well aware our hospital is aging but our most precious commodity isn’t a building, it’s the quality of care that’s delivered at the bedside by our incredible staff. You won’t find a more friendly, and welcoming team than the West Gippsland Healthcare Group! We care for our community because we are the community!
Now who doesn’t want to be part of that! So get your CV ready and come and join us here at West Gippsland Healthcare Group.”
West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Professional development
- Access to employee assistance program
- Salary packaging
- Free Parking
Working with us
All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.
Further details and how to apply
Further information is contained in the . Applications are to be submitted by selecting 'Apply Now' and should include a current CV and cover letter. Responses to the selection criteria are recommended. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any further queries, please contact Alice Goodwin, Acting District Nursing Manager, 03 5623 0627 ([email protected])
Applications close: 1 September 2026* (applications may close earlier)
- Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open for a minimum of fourteen (14) days for externally advertised positions from the date of advertisement and may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate/s are identified.
As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.
As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.
