District Nurse

Alpine Health; Alpine Shire; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Alpine Health District Nursing is seeking a dedicated nurse for a fixed term 6 weeks (14 December 2026 – 31 January 2027). The 0.6 EFT part-time position involves home visits to support clients in the Alpine region.

The role provides wound care, medication management and health education to help clients stay healthy and connected with their community. AHPRA registration and a Victorian driver’s licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Minimum of two years postgraduate nursing experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Current Victorian Driving Licence.
• Organised, adaptable and confident working independently.
• Compassionate with a great sense of humour.
• Prepared to work weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based nursing support to keep clients healthy and independent.
• Deliver wound care and medication management in the home setting.
• Provide health education to clients and their families.

Skills

AHPRA registration

2+ years RN experience

Victorian driving licence

Independent working

Compassionate

Wound care experience

Education

Nursing qualification (RN)

Job description

Fixed Term / 6 weeks (14th Dec 2026 - 31 Jan 2027)

Part time position 0.6EFT

Looking for a nursing role where no two days are the same, our work truly matters and you get to swap hospital walls for fresh air and friendly faces? Alpine Health are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and community minded District Nurse to join our team.

Role Overview

You will be out and about supporting people in their homes and helping them stay healthy, independent and connected to their community. From wound care and medication management to health education - you will make a real difference every single day.

What We Are Looking For

• Registered nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Minimum of two years postgraduate nursing experience as a Registered Nurse
• Have a current Victorian Driving Licence and comfortable navigating country roads
• Organised, adaptable and confident working independently
• Compassionate with a great sense of humour
• Someone who enjoys building genuine connections with clients
• Prepared to work weekends as required

Bonus Points If You Have

• Community or district nursing experience
• Experience in Wound Management, CVAD's, Palliative care, Negative Pressure Wound Therapy, Stoma and Catheter care.

Why you should join the Alpine Health District Nursing Team:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits are available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• 5 weeks annual leave and an additional week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for full-time employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Support for our diverse workforce
• Training will be facilitated and support provided for the right applicant