Registered Nurse, Commonwealth Home Support Program - St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney

St Vincent's Hospital Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

St Vincent's Hospital Network is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (Division 1) for the Commonwealth Home Support Program in Sydney. The role involves delivering nursing assessments, coordinating care, and contributing to discharge planning across a rotating 7-day roster.

Applicants must be an Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency registered nurse with at least two years in community/primary care, a valid Class C driver's licence, and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Division 1) with current APHRA registration.
• Minimum two years’ post-registration nursing experience in community health, aged care, primary care or related setting.
• Current unrestricted Class C Driver's Licence.
• Demonstrated time management and ability to prioritise workloads in a complex environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing assessments, clinical care and evidence-based interventions to older people living independently in the community.
• Develop, implement and regularly review individualised care plans to support health, wellbeing and independence.
• Triage referrals, coordinate services and collaborate with GPs, allied health professionals, carers and external providers.
• Monitor client progress, undertake case reviews and contribute to discharge planning.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and professional development within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

RN Division 1

Community health experience

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

Role title: Registered Nurse (Year 2 - 8) Role type: Max term contract full time (until December 2027) Shift details: 7 day rotating roster (08:00 - 16:30) Department and location: Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney Salary: $86,183.34 - $114,771.98 + super

About the role

• Deliver comprehensive nursing assessments, clinical care and evidence-based interventions to older people living independently in the community.
• Develop, implement and regularly review individualised care plans that support clients' health, wellbeing and independence.
• Triage referrals, coordinate services and collaborate with GPs, Allied health professionals, carers and external providers to ensure seamless care.
• Monitor client progress, undertake case reviews and contribute to effective care coordination and discharge planning.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, service development activities and ongoing professional development within a multidisciplinary team.

About you

• Currently registered as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency
• Minimum two years’ recent post-registration nursing experience in community health, aged care, primary care, or a related setting
• Current unrestricted Class C Driver's Licence
• Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to prioritise competing workloads within a complex environment
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and capacity to respond proactively to changing client needs
• Demonstrated commitment to own personal and professional development and a demonstrated understanding of quality improvement principles

What we can offer you

• Exceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income
• World-Class: Be part of a renowned precinct alongside the Garvan & Victor Chang institutes
• Excellence: Premier heart/lung transplant program, advanced robotics, & pioneering HIV/AIDS initiatives
• Cutting-Edge Oncology: Deliver advanced cancer care and trials at the renowned Kinghorn Cancer Centre
• Community: Support vital programs for First Nations, homelessness, mental health, & drug and alcohol care
• Professional Advancement: Accelerate your career with study leave and Curran Foundation scholarships
• Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations
• Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Equal opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone. As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.