Community Health Nurse - Medical Practice

Bendigo Community Health Services; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Purchasing leave

Study assistance

Training programs

Novated leasing

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Bendigo Community Health Services Limited is seeking a compassionate Community Health Nurse for our Medical Practice in Bendigo. You'll provide high-quality clinical nursing services, support health assessments and chronic disease management, and help run vaccination clinics and health promotion initiatives.

The role is 0.8 FTE (60.8 hours per fortnight) on a fixed-term basis for 12 months, working within our Primary Health Team to improve community health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Experience in primary health care or community nursing is preferred.
• Strong clinical, communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to person-centred care and health promotion.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical nursing services in a community-focused medical practice.
• Conduct health assessments and contribute to chronic disease care planning.
• Support vaccination clinics and preventative health programs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and accreditation processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Tools

Best Practice software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Health Nurse - Medical Practice

Join our Primary Health Team at Bendigo Community Health Services (BCHS)!

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Practice Nurse to provide high-quality clinical nursing services within our Medical Practice team. This rewarding role supports health assessments, chronic disease management, vaccination programs, patient care planning, and health promotion initiatives, helping to improve health outcomes across our community.

About the Role

• Deliver clinical nursing services in a community-focused medical practice.
• Conduct health assessments and contribute to chronic disease care planning.
• Support vaccination clinics and preventative health programs.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

About You

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Experience in primary health care, general practice, or community nursing.
• Strong clinical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Commitment to person-centred care and health promotion principles.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a supportive team.

At BCHS, you'll be part of a values-driven organisation committed to improving community health and wellbeing. We offer a supportive work environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.

60.8 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)

Fixed Term- 12 months

About Bendigo Community Health Services

Bendigo Community Health Services has cared for the health and wellbeing of the Bendigo community for 50 years. We employ more than 280people across a broad range of services.

The success of BCHS starts with our staff, who have a high level of professionalism and dedication, allowing us to deliver quality services for the community, with a particular focus on vulnerable people.

Added benefits of working with BCHS include:

• Salary packaging
• Purchasing leave
• Study assistance
• Training programs
• Novated leasing
• Fitness Passport

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

1. 1. Bachelor of Nursing with current Registered Nursing (RN) registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. 2. ANMF Membership PII cover or Private Personal Indemnity Insurance.
3. 3. The ability to provide comprehensive and coordinated nursing services in a general practice setting.
4. 4. Demonstrated contemporary knowledge and skills in medications, wound management, asthma, diabetes, and chronic disease management according to qualification competencies.
5. 5. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of multidisciplinary team with highly developed communication skills.
6. 6. The ability to provide sensitive practice in response to consumer diversity.
7. 7. Ability to provide vaccination status information that meets the requirements for healthcare workers.
8. 8. A current employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) and Driver’s Licence.
9. 9. The successful applicant will also be required to undertake and complete a Satisfactory National Police Check.

Desirable

1. 1. Best Practice software experience.
2. 2. Intermediate to high level skills in Microsoft Office programs.
3. 3. The ability to confidentially maintain accurate records in accordance with BCHS procedures.
4. 4. The ability to build and develop positive relationships with both internal and external consumers.

Bendigo Community Health Services encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.