Practice Nurse

RGIT Australia; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperative Ltd (GAC) in Warrnambool, Victoria, is seeking a dedicated Practice Nurse to coordinate and deliver General Practice nursing activities in our Health Clinic. You will manage chronic disease care, immunisations, health assessments, cannulation and related procedures in line with RACGP accreditation standards.

You will work with GPs, GP Registrars and Aboriginal Health Practitioners to provide holistic, wraparound care and support seamless coordination with

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent) with current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience in general practice, primary health, or community health nursing.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in line with accepted nursing practice and standards.
• Sound knowledge of chronic disease management, immunisation schedules, and preventative health programs, including Enhanced Primary Care items.
• Competency in clinical procedures relevant to general practice nursing, including wound care, venepuncture, cannulation, ECG and spirometry testing, and use of 24-hour blood pressure and ECG monitors.
• Understanding of infection control principles and cold chain management.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and coordinate care with GPs, Allied Health, and Aboriginal Health Practitioners/Workers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively and respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and families.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing clinical priorities within a busy practice environment.
• Qualification or training in health promotion.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, or a demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal community-controlled health.
• Experience using clinical and practice management software, such as Best Practice, Cubiko, and PracticeHub.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver General Practice nursing activities.
• Support chronic disease management and immunisation programs.
• Collaborate with GPs, GP Registrars and Aboriginal Health Practitioners/Workers to deliver wraparound care.
• Ensure infection control and safe clinical governance.
• Contribute to accreditation and funding targets.

Skills

CPR and First Aid

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent)

Tools

Best Practice

Cubiko

PracticeHub

Job description

Warrnambool, Victoria 3280, Australia • A$42.93 - A$43.71

Full-time Contract Case Worker

Posted 14 Sep 2026

Description

About Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperative

Dealing with the challenges of today requires problem-solvers who bring new perspectives and are willing to take risks. Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperative Ltd (GAC) emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the community and a desire for actions to speak louder than words. Established in 1979 we’re an organisation driven by progressive ideas, bold actions and a strong foundation of support.

The Health Clinic operates as a general practice, providing bulk-billed medical care, chronic disease management, health checks, and early intervention programs alongside allied and specialist services. Care is delivered through a strengths-based, holistic model that places culture at the centre of practice, supporting community members at all life stages.

The Clinic works as part of a broader wraparound service model, with strong links into Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB), Family Services, Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD), Kinship Care, Independent Living, Family Violence support, and community groups and programs. This connected approach ensures clients can access coordinated, holistic support across their medical, social, and cultural needs.

The department is made up of several teams, each contributing a distinct area of expertise to the delivery of integrated, patient-centred care:

• Chronic Disease Management
• Koori Maternity Services
• Mental Health Support
• Administration & Transport Support
• Allied Health

Role Summary

The Practice Nurse coordinates and delivers General Practice nursing activities, ensuring high-quality, culturally safe clinical care is provided to clients of the Health Clinic at Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperative (GAC). The role is responsible for the clinical nursing functions of the practice including chronic disease management, immunisation, health assessments, cannulation and iron infusions, and treatment room procedures, delivered in line with GAC's clinical protocols and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) accreditation standards.

This position directly supports the Health Clinic's funding and accreditation obligations, including Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) health assessment and chronic disease targets, immunisation coverage requirements, and client care outcomes reported against GAC's funding agreements. Success in the role is measured by the timely, accurate delivery of clinical care and compliance activity that supports these targets.

The Practice Nurse works as a member of the multidisciplinary team at the Health Clinic, working closely with GPs, GP Registrars, and Aboriginal Health Practitioners/Workers to deliver coordinated, wraparound care, and liaises with Allied Health practitioners and other programs across the organisation to support holistic client outcomes. In doing so, the role contributes directly to GAC's mission of improving health outcomes and self-determination for the local Aboriginal community.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the following topics:

• Clinical Nursing Care
• Chronic Disease & Preventative Care Coordination
• Multidisciplinary Liaison & Cultural Safety
• Medical Office Safety, Cleanliness & Infection Control
• Clinical Governance & Compliance
• Professional Practice & Development

Qualifications, Skills, Experience and Knowledge

• Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent) with current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Experience in general practice, primary health, or community health nursing
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in line with accepted nursing practice and standards
• Sound knowledge of chronic disease management, immunisation schedules, and preventative health programs, including Enhanced Primary Care items
• Competency in clinical procedures relevant to general practice nursing, including wound care, venepuncture, cannulation, ECG and spirometry testing, and use of 24-hour blood pressure and ECG monitors
• Understanding of infection control principles and cold chain management
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and coordinate care with GPs, Allied Health, and Aboriginal Health Practitioners/Workers
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively and respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and families
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing clinical priorities within a busy practice environment
• Qualification or training in health promotion
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, or a demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal community-controlled health
• Experience using clinical and practice management software, such as Best Practice, Cubiko, and PracticeHub

Above are the summary details for the position. Further information regarding the position can be found in the full Position Description located on our website www.gunditjmara.org.au

GAC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace.

Applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Police check and a VIC Driver's License or the ability to obtain the same.

Company Overview

Dealing with the challenges of today requires problem-solvers who bring new perspectives and are willing to take risks. Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperative Ltd (GAC) emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the community and a desire for actions to speak louder than words. Established in 1979 we’re an organisation driven by progressive ideas, bold actions and a strong foundation of support. Gunditjmara means ‘belonging to person’. The Gunditjmara people are traditional owners of the coastal area extending from Portland in the south, Port Fairy, Warrnambool and inland into Camperdown. Gunditjmara people are traditionally river and lake people with Budj Bim, Framlingham Forrest, Lake Condah and the surrounding river systems being of great cultural significance and importance historically, economically and spiritually. GAC is an independent community based not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that was founded in 1979 by a group of volunteers from the local Aboriginal community in South West Victoria. From humble beginnings to a long-term vision for our community has driven the organisation to be the primary provider of social, health and cultural services in our region. GAC became incorporated in 1982 and delivers a wide range of culturally appropriate, holistic community health, social support and well-being services at all life stages from cradle to the dreamimg, principally to the Aboriginal community and other residents in Warrnambool and outlying areas.