Job Description

About the role

South West Healthcare (SHW) is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Nurse Consultant - Care of Older Adults to join our Community Rehabilitation service

This dynamic role provides a proactive and preventative approach to care for older adults as inpatients and residents in aged care facilities who are experiencing clinical deterioration. You'll work closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to assess, manage, and support older patients, helping them avoid unnecessary hospital admissions and maintain the best possible health outcomes.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Full Time (80 hours per fortnight with a monthly ADO), On-going position
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant
• Salary Range: $116,760.80 - $122,907.20 pro rata, plus superannuation, based on skills and experience.

What you bring

The successful applicant will demonstrate

• Advanced clinical skills in aged care, gerontology, or acute nursing.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.
• A passion for person-centred, proactive care of the older person.
• Conduct comprehensive, evidence-based assessments in collaboration with GPs.
• Recognise and escalate clinical deterioration to appropriate services.
• Deliver timely triage and treatment aligned with Residential in Reach referral pathways.
• Ensure care plans are actioned, documented, and clearly communicated to all stakeholders.
• Support smooth transitions between aged care and clinical settings.
• Advocate for residents' goals of care and preferences.

 You'll also:

• Provide clinical leadership in inpatient settings, supporting patients experiencing delirium, frailty, or cognitive impairment.
• Play a vital role in reducing emergency presentations from Residential Aged Care Facilities

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday, 22 June 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

 Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 with the classification Clinical Nurse Consultant

 The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

 Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au