HIP Care Coordinator

GHA; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $9,000 p.a.

Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,?

Professional development encouraged

Staff wellbeing centre

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Latrobe Regional Health is seeking a HIP Care Coordinator to join the Health Independence Program team in Gippsland. The role is a part-time ongoing position (0.5 EFT) within the hospital and community care setting, focusing on preventing avoidable hospital presentations and coordinating care after discharge.

You will assess needs, coordinate services, manage a caseload, and develop personalised plans for patients with chronic conditions, working with an interdisciplinary team to promote

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse with AHPRA required.
• Five years post-graduate experience in an acute healthcare setting preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in patient assessment, clinical decision-making and complex health needs management.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to work within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, coordinate and manage a caseload of clients enrolled in Health Independence Programs.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans for patients with chronic conditions.
• Coordinate care across acute, community, specialist and aged care services.
• Provide education and support to clients and families to promote self-management.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Chronic disease management

Prioritisation

Education

Division 1 Registered Nurse (AHPRA)

Job description

Latrobe Regional Health is a leading provider of health care services across the Gippsland Region

About the role

Are you seeking a rewarding and diverse HIP Care Coordinator role in a leading regional hospital? Join the Health Independence Program team at Latrobe Regional Health, where we value our employees by providing a safe and supportive workplace culture that enables you to thrive.

Latrobe Regional Health is looking for HIP Care Coordinator to join our growing on a part time (0.5EFT) ongoing basis.

The Health Independence Program (HIP) Care Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting patients to achieve improved health outcomes following discharge from hospital. Working within the Health Independence Programs (HIP) team at Latrobe Regional Health, you will assess individual needs, coordinate services and manage a caseload of clients requiring ongoing support through community-based programs.

Primarily working within the Hospital Admission Risk Program (HARP), with exposure to the Transition Care Program (TCP) and Residential In-Reach (RIR), this role focuses on preventing avoidable hospital presentations, supporting chronic disease management and coordinating care across acute, community and aged care services.

Working Together | We will respond to challenges together to create a safe, quality health service

The role of the HIP Care Coordinator is to:

• Assess, coordinate and manage a caseload of clients enrolled in Health Independence Programs to support improved health outcomes and independence.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans for patients with chronic conditions, complex health needs and risks of hospital admission.
• Coordinate care across acute, community, specialist and aged care services to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care.
• Provide clinical assessment, education and support to clients and their families to promote self-management and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care aligned with chronic disease management principles.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, service development and the delivery of safe, person-centred care.

About you

Ideal candidates for this role will have:

• Current registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse with AHPRA and a current Victorian Driver Licence.
• Minimum five years post-graduate experience in an acute healthcare setting, supported by recent clinical experience and ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated experience in patient assessment, clinical decision-making and the management of clients with complex health needs.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of evidence-based chronic disease management principles and a commitment to delivering person-centred care.
• Well-developed critical thinking, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Latrobe Regional Health offers a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $9,000 per annum.
• Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,650 per annum.
• Encouragement for professional development and ongoing education.
• A range of social club activities, discounts and diverse workplace activities.
• Free access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre offering health education and wellbeing
• Access to discounted gym membership and fitness services through Fitness Passport Services.

Interested about this exciting opportunity, but want more information? We encourage you to contact Catherine Ashford, Nurse Unit Manager HIP email on [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.

Located in the picturesque region of Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne, stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and serene lakes. With flexible working hours, you can make the most of what Gippsland has to offer.

LRH cares for a population of about 300,000 and is the regional provider of specialist services. Our catchment covers 42,000 square kilometres, from Phillip Island to Mallacoota in the far east of Victoria. LRH offers cardiac care, surgery, medical, renal, emergency care, aged care, women's and children's services, pharmacy, allied health and rehabilitation. Medical and radiation oncology are offered by the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre.

Now is an exciting time to join the LRH team, with the $223.5 million expansion completed in March 2024, offering improved maternity and paediatric facilities, larger intensive care unit, increased medical and surgical beds and additional operating theatres.

Diversity and inclusion

We embrace workforce diversity and actively encourage applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all genders and gender identities and people with disabilities. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted via email: [e-mail]

Applications Close: 20 October 2026

Before commencement, the successful applicant will

Provide evidence of an original and valid National Police Record Check, an employee Working with Children Check, and a current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies.

Latrobe Regional Health acknowledges the Gunaikurnai and Bunurong peoples as the traditional custodians of the land on which our health services are located. Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples is supported by our recognition and respect for their connection to their ancestral lands.