Clinical Support Nurse- Medical/HDU unit
Learning & Development Team
Permanent part time, up to 32 hours per fortnight
Classification Clinical Support Nurse (RN28)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Learning and Development Unit at West Gippsland Healthcare Group in the role of Clinical Support Nurse in the Medical/HDU unit. This is a Permanent part-time position at 0.4 EFT.
Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, you will work within a motivated and dedicated team that provides support to the organisation over a wide range of education and development services, including but not limited to, in-service education, development and delivery of training programs, competency assessments, supervision of student placements and staff development education in collaboration with the Clinical educator.
We are seeking expressions of interest from motivated, experienced and enthusiastic people with a passion for learning and development to work collaboratively in providing high-quality learning opportunities, using a range of modalities that support and enable participants to practice as safe, confident and accountable professionals.
This stimulating role would suit an experienced nurse who has clinical expertise in the area of medical nursing with experience in managing critical patients in a High-Dependency setting and is flexible, solutions-focused, committed to quality, willing to accept a challenge and enjoys working within a team that is dedicated to providing great service to their client group.
Our preferred candidate will have:
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Registration as a Registered Nurse/Registered Midwife with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
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Demonstrated clinical excellence including advanced scope of practice in the Medical and High Dependency areas, no less than 3 years.
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Demonstrated experience in preceptoring, supporting and developing others
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Demonstrated experience in providing administrative/preparation support for relevant education programs/activities.
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Postgraduate qualification in the relevant clinical specialty area or working towards it.
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Current certificate in Advanced Life Support.
The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:
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Previous experience in education or desire to work towards an education role in the future
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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or relevant tertiary qualification in education
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Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint and Excel
IMPORTANT: All staff employed in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 (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 that our Warragul hospital is conveniently located just a 30-minute drive from Pakenham, with a stress-free commute along the freeway? What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country.
While our hospital may be ageing, our most precious asset is not the building but the exceptional quality of care delivered by our remarkable staff. Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community.
At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application.
Who wouldn't want to be part of such a remarkable journey? So, dust off your CV and prepare to embark on an inspiring career with us here at West Gippsland Health. Your future awaits!
West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:
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Flexible working arrangements
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Professional development opportunities
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Access to employee assistance program
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Salary packaging
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Free Parking
Working with us
All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a Police check 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 Position Description. Applications must include a current CV, and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Jerin Jose, Learning and Development Manager on 03 5623 0832.
Applications close: 21 July 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.
