Gastroenterology Nurse Coordinator

• Location: Footscray Hospital (Clinic 21)
• Employment Type: Part-Time (36 hours/week), Fixed Term (August 2026 until November 2026)
• Salary: RN Grade 4B + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

The role of the Gastroenterology Nurse Coordinator (GNC) is also at the forefront of the provision of hepatitis management for Western Health and has responsibility for the provision of high quality professional clinical care, needs assessment, health promotion, education and support for people living with hepatitis.

This will require the GNC to work collaboratively in a shared care model with the Hepatology Lead, treating specialists, multidisciplinary health teams, primary care partnerships and other key hospital and community-based services in order to provide care to both inpatients and outpatients.

Key responsibilities: 

• Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the clinical functions of Hepatology patient management and possess a commitment to remain informed of current innovations or changes in practice.
• Provide education to patients, and their carers about hepatitis and the treatment programs.
• Develop discharge plans that reflect the needs of patients and their significant others and demonstrate an understanding of the role of community providers.
• Coordinate the shared care treatment model between specialist, primary care and community services and as the role develops provide an outreach service to facilitate the transition thorough the various levels of health care delivery.
• Act as a clinical mentor to other staff by actively participating in sharing knowledge.

About you: 

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the relevant nursing regulatory body (e.g., AHPRA in Australia).
• Experience in patient assessment, care planning, and coordination of multidisciplinary care.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.

• Demonstrated experience in hepatology, gastroenterology, liver disease management, or a related specialty area (desirable).
• Sound knowledge of chronic liver diseases, viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, liver transplantation, and associated treatments (desirable).
• Experience in nurse-led clinics and care coordination programs (desirable).

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.  

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.  

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall. 

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about the clinical area of gastroenterology with specific interest in hepatology, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.  

Closing date: 11:59pm on 12 July 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Elizabeth Hristov via Elizabeth.Hristov@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). 

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies. 

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