Clinical Support Cooinda

Clinical Support Nurse/Clinical Support Enrolled Nurse

Learning & Development Team

Permanent part-time, up to 48 hours per fortnight

Classification: RN28 or IB75

An exciting opportunity is available within the Learning and Development Unit at West Gippsland Healthcare Group for a Clinical Support Nurse / Clinical Support Enrolled Nurse – Aged Care.

This is a supernumerary, ward-based role where you will work directly with staff at the bedside to strengthen clinical practice, build capability, and support the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care. 

About the role

Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, you will play a key role in supporting nurses, graduates, and students within Residential Aged Care by:

• Providing hands-on clinical support, supervision, and real-time coaching
• Acting as a visible clinical resource and role model for evidence-based practice
• Supporting staff to develop confidence, competence, and clinical decision-making skills
• Reinforcing education through practice-based learning at the point of care
• Promoting safe, effective care aligned to Aged Care Quality Standards

Working in collaboration with Nurse Unit Managers and Clinical Educators, you will help translate education into practice and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver bedside coaching, mentoring and supervision to nursing staff
• Support orientation, onboarding, and development of new and existing staff
• Assist with student and graduate nurse support and assessment
• Identify and respond to learning needs and clinical skill gaps
• Support implementation of education programs and competency frameworks
• Promote person-centred care in partnership with residents, families, and carers

Our preferred candidate will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse.
• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience, including strong aged care experience
• Demonstrated experience in clinical supervision, mentoring, or preceptorship
• Strong understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and quality improvement
• Proven ability to engage, coach and support staff in a clinical environment

The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:

• Postgraduate qualifications in Aged Care/Gerontology (or working towards)
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience supporting education programs or workplace-based learning
• Proficiency in clinical systems and Microsoft Office

About our organisation

Did you know that our Warragul hospital is conveniently located just a 30-minute drive from Pakenham, with a stress-free commute along the freeway? What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country.

While our hospital may be ageing, our most precious asset is not the building but the exceptional quality of care delivered by our remarkable staff. Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community.

At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application.

Who wouldn't want to be part of such a remarkable journey? So, dust off your CV and prepare to embark on an inspiring career with us here at West Gippsland Health. Your future awaits!

West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Access to employee assistance program
• Salary packaging
• Free Parking 

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six-month probationary period applies to all new appointments. 

Further details and how to apply

Further information is contained in the Position Description. Applications must include a current CV, and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.  Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Jerin Jose, Learning and Development Manager on 03 5623 0832.

Applications close: 21 July 2026* (applications may close earlier)

* Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open for a minimum of fourteen (14) days for externally advertised positions from the date of advertisement and may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate/s are identified.

As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.