Clinical Nurse Consultant - Better @ Home

The Opportunity

Every member of the Benalla Health Team is committed to delivering on the promise: Best Care @ Benalla Health, Every Person, Every Time. It’s at the heart of everything we do.

This role involves the planning and managing the Cardiac Services and HITH program under the Better @ Home Project at Benalla Health. The successful applicant will provide leadership in the ongoing development of clinical practices in relation to patients with complex health needs associated with heart failure and HITH Coordination.

The successful applicant with provide clinical advice to patients, carers, and other health care professionals whilst monitoring the clinical care of patients transitioning from the acute settings to home by providing clinical support to improve patient care and outcomes. The successful applicant will primarily be responsible for overseeing a co-ordinated approach to nursing care for people with a variety of health conditions including heart failure in order to reduce the demand on hospital services, promote multidisciplinary care and support patients to remain healthier at home for longer.

The Role is Part time (0.8 EFT) on a 12 month fixed term contract. EFT will be between the HITH program and Heart Failure program.

Why choose Benalla Health?

Benalla Health is an organisation dedicated to providing a wide range of services that prioritise optimal care and overall wellbeing for our consumers in the rural community. Our commitment to "Best Care, Every Person, Every Time" is deeply ingrained in our organisation, ensuring that our values of Respect, Empathy, Excellence, Compassion, and Accountability are upheld by both our staff and consumers.

Collaboration is at the heart of Benalla Health, with a team of just over 300 staff members. We believe that by working together within our teams and the community, we can deliver the best outcomes for our consumers. When you join Benalla Health, you become part of a vibrant and diverse work environment and community that celebrates individuality and inclusivity.

Looking to move?

Located 200kms north of Melbourne, Benalla offers a diverse range of attractions and experiences. It is an ideal destination for wine lovers and winter sports enthusiasts alike. Benalla is also famous for its vibrant arts scene, with the Benalla Art Gallery and the town itself boasting stunning street art and captivating silo art. Overall, Benalla provides a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and exciting activities, making it an appealing destination for those making a career change.

Why you will love it here!

· Career development and opportunities to help reach your career goals, including training that delves into your chosen specialty.

· Flexible work practices to help create the work life balance you need including 5 weeks annual leave and an opportunity to substitute public holidays.

· Boost your take home pay with Salary Packaging opportunities including the Remote Area Benefit available to those living and working within 40km of Benalla

· Strong sense of community, inclusivity and a values driven team destined to deliver the best outcomes.

· A country lifestyle close to the Alpine Region

The successful applicant (upon appointment) will undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children's Check for pre-employment safety screening purposes.

For more information regarding the role contact: Greg van Popering (Operational Director of Healthy Communities) on 57612212.

Benalla Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to Child Safety. This includes establishing and maintaining child safe and child friendly environments.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applications close at 11:59PM on Friday the 26th of April 2024