Facility Flow Co-ordinator

Hunter New England Local Health District; Newcastle-Maitland; Vor Ort; AUD 82.000 - 115.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

6 weeks annual leave for eligible full

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging up to $11,600 plusNov

Fitness Passport for health and well‑b

Employee Assistance Program

Zusammenfassung

Belmont Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join as Facility Flow Coordinator, driving patient flow, bed management, admissions, transfers and discharge planning. You will collaborate with nursing, medical, allied health and operational teams to ensure timely access to beds and services, guided by clinical judgement and leadership.

The role emphasizes proactive problem-solving, with a focus on safe, patient-centred care, change management and continuous improvement within a

Qualifikationen

• Experience in patient flow, bed management or operational coordination.
• Experienced nurses with strong leadership skills in patient flow are encouraged to apply, with support provided.
• Proactive, organized and solutions-focused in a collaborative environment.

Aufgaben

• Lead and coordinate patient flow across Belmont Hospital.
• Monitor capacity and coordinate admissions and transfers.
• Support timely discharge planning and resolve barriers to patient movement.
• Provide clinical leadership during periods of increased activity.
• Communicate using patient flow information to inform operational decisions.

Kenntnisse

Clinical leadership

Bed management

Patient flow

Team coordination

Decision making

Jobbeschreibung

Lead the flow. Improve the journey. Make a difference.

Remuneration: $81,748.17 – $114,771.98 p.a. + superannuation + salary packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Hours Per Week: 38 Hours per week

Requisition ID: REQ697872

Application close date: Wednesday 21st of October 2026

Be at the heart of patient flow at Belmont Hospital.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join our team as a Facility Flow Coordinator, playing a key role in ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

Working across nursing, medical, allied health and operational teams, you will coordinate patient flow, support bed management, facilitate admissions and transfers, and assist with timely discharge planning.

No two days will be the same. Using your clinical judgement, leadership and problem-solving skills, you will respond to changing demand, address barriers to patient flow and support safe, efficient patient care.

If you are proactive, organised and solutions-focused, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Your Key Responsibilities

As Facility Flow Coordinator, you will play a key role in leading and coordinating patient flow across Belmont Hospital, ensuring patients have timely access to beds, services and appropriate care.

You will work closely with nursing, medical, allied health and operational teams to monitor capacity, coordinate admissions and transfers, support timely discharge planning and address barriers to patient movement.

Your Role Will Include

• Responding to changing patient demand and capacity pressures.
• Providing clinical leadership during periods of increased activity.
• Escalating issues and working with key stakeholders to identify practical solutions.
• Using patient flow information to support operational decision-making and communication.
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient flow, access and patient outcomes.

You will also build strong relationships across the facility, supporting effective bed management, multidisciplinary collaboration and hospital-wide patient flow coordination.

Your Leadership and Expertise

You Will Demonstrate

• Strong clinical leadership and the ability to coordinate care across teams.
• Sound acute clinical knowledge and experience in a complex healthcare environment.
• Clear, confident communication and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Strong clinical judgement and the ability to make timely decisions.
• The ability to prioritise competing demands and respond effectively to changing circumstances.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and coordination skills.
• A collaborative approach to working with nursing, medical, allied health and operational teams.
• A commitment to safe, patient-centred care and continuous improvement.
• Confidence using patient management systems and information to support operational decision-making.

Experience in patient flow, bed management or operational coordination is highly regarded. Experienced nurses with strong leadership skills who are looking to develop in patient flow are encouraged to apply, with support provided.

Why join Belmont Hospital?

Belmont Hospital is a well-established community hospital committed to delivering safe, high-quality and patient-centred care to the Lake Macquarie community.

Join a supportive and collaborative team where you can strengthen your leadership skills, develop specialist expertise in patient flow and contribute to meaningful improvements in patient care. You’ll have access to professional development, career opportunities and ongoing support to grow your nursing practice.

What We Offier

• A supportive multidisciplinary team with strong professional networks across Hunter New England Local Health District.
• Education, training and professional development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Comprehensive orientation, mentoring and ongoing professional support.
• Opportunities to contribute to quality improvement and service initiatives.
• 6 weeks annual leave for eligible full-time nurses.
• Paid parental leave.
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient flow, safety and access to care.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program to support your health and wellbeing.

Need more information?

Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Louise Giles on [e-mail]

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part-time vacancies.
• Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information For Applicants

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.