Clinical Nurse Consultant - Transition Care Program

Bayside Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

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Job summary

Bayside Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant for the Transition Care Program in Frankston, Victoria. This full-time fixed-term role runs until 14 March 2027, supporting patients at the interface of acute/subacute and community settings.

The CNC will lead advanced clinical assessments and discharge planning, with focus on medication management and education. The role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to optimise functional capacity and plan longer-term care

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Minimum 4 years post-registration experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, planning and discharge planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical assessments and discharge planning within the TCP episode of care.
• Manage medications, diabetes care and education.
• Conduct continence and wound assessments and provide related care.

Skills

Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Post-registration experience

Clinical assessment

Discharge planning

Interpersonal skills

Tools

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Job description

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Transition Care Program

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

Expand your career in this Full Time Fixed Term role until March 2027 Located in Golf Links Road, Frankston Victoria Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant A / B

The Team & Role

The Transition Care Program (TCP) is a joint initiative of the Commonwealth and State Governments and offers short term support and active management for older people in order to enhance their quality of life, at the interface of acute/subacute, and community.

TCP provides limited term (12 weeks) goal orientated support to patients in their own homes. The Multidisciplinary team work with the client to optimise their functional capacity, identify, finalise and access their longer term care arrangements and supports.

Expand your career and join our collaborative team as a Clinical Nurse Consultant in this fixed term full time role, working Monday to Friday until 14th March 2027. The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) is responsible for the provision of service prior to admission, and within the TCP episode of care including advanced clinical assessments, effective discharge planning particularly in relation to medication management, Diabetes management and education, continence assessment and wound management. The TCP CNC is also responsible for the provision of information/support and resources to the TCP client and relevant internal and external stakeholders.

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Skills & Experience Required

• Registered Nurse with Current AHPRA Registration
• A minimum of 4 years post registration experience
• Demonstrated highly developed clinical assessment, therapeutic, and care-planning skills, with knowledge and capability appropriate to scope of practice
• Excellent communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
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• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Audrey Peterson at *********@phcn.vic.gov.au

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Jasmine Dunne, Nursing Recruitment Coordinator at ******@phcn.vic.gov.au or ***************@phcn.vic.gov.au

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.

We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

*Please refer to the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2024 - 2028 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.