Undergraduate Nursing Workforce Coordinator

Undergraduate Nursing Workforce Coordinator

Permanent Part-time, up to 32 hours per fortnight

Nurses & Midwives Enterprise Agreement, Classification Educator (RN35)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Learning and Development Unit at West Gippsland Healthcare Group in the role of Undergraduate Nursing Workforce Coordinator.  This is a Permanent part-time position at 0.4 FTE. This position will be responsible for the coordination, governance, workforce planning, quality oversight, and operational integration of the Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing and Midwifery programs (RUSON/RUSOM/REN) within the health service.

Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, the role ensures that RUSONs, RUSOMs and RENs are employed and deployed in accordance with the Victorian DHHS RUSON/RUSOM/REN Employment and Implementation Guide, including all governance, scoping, planning, communication and EBA requirements. It supports these staff to work within their defined scope of practice through the use of approved core activity and exclusion lists, while enabling them to contribute safely and effectively to patient‑centred, evidence‑based care under the supervision of Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives.

This stimulating role would suit an experienced Registered nurse or midwife who is flexible, solutions-focused, committed to quality, willing to accept a challenge and enjoys working within a team that is dedicated to providing great service to their client group.  

Our preferred candidate will have:

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

• Minimum five years post-registration clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.

• Experience supervising or supporting undergraduate nurses/midwives.

• Ability to manage workforce planning, scheduling, and workforce data reporting.

• Detailed understanding of the RUSON/RUSOM/REN scope of practice, including core duties and exclusion lists.

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent.

The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:

• Postgraduate qualifications in management, education, or leadership.

• Strong knowledge of the relevant Enterprise Agreement and DHHS guidelines.

• Demonstrated experience in nursing/midwifery leadership, student coordination, education, or workforce management

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 a 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 briefly addressing the key 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: 19 May 2026* (applications may close earlier)

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