Registered Nurse - Residential In Reach

• Location: Sunshine Hospital 
• Employment Type: Part-Time (28 hours/week), Fixed Term (until June 2027) 
• Salary: RN Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

The Registered Nurse, as a key member of the Residential In-Reach (RIR) team, delivers safe, person-centered clinical care and supports continuity of care for residents in partner Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs). The role provides onsite assessment and escalation support in collaboration with senior Clinical Nurse Consultants, including participation in two-person and procedure-based visits. The Registered Nurse builds capability across the aged-care workforce by delivering education, micro-teaching, simulation sessions, and developing clinical resources to strengthen recognition and response to deterioration. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Work collaboratively within the nursing team model of care using supervision, coordination, consultation and referrals 
• Using evidence-based practice, participate in evaluation of the progress of individuals and groups towards expected outcomes and reformulation of care plans
• Provide education/promotion of Residential In-reach to such audiences such as wards and Residential Aged Care Facilities 
• Participate in new initiatives to enhance consumer outcomes and experience, or staff employment outcomes and experience 

About you: 

•  Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve 
• Demonstrated proficient clinical skills to assess and manage clinical deterioration within aged care setting 
• Understanding of hospital avoidance models of care for Residential Aged Care/ Care Outside the Hospital Walls 
• Must have current registration as a Registered Nurse, with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and an unencumbered Drivers Licence. 

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 providing Best nursing Care to patients in your community, 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 22 April 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact the Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Unit via RecruitNMWU@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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