Job Title:
Surgery Liaison Nurse
About The Role:
We are seeking an experienced Surgery Liaison Nurse to join our dynamic perioperative team in Stawell. As a key contact for patients on their surgical journey, you will support access, coordination, and continuity of care. You'll work closely with surgical teams, help streamline theatre bookings, and contribute to service improvement.
* Coordinate elective surgery access and patient care
* Liaise across teams to support surgical pathways
* Manage theatre list planning and communication
* Support quality improvement and audit work
* Act as primary contact for patients and families
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage patient flow for elective surgery
* Develop treatment plans with staff and patients
* Support surgical waitlist and meet KPI targets
* Facilitate pre-op and post-op care coordination
* Lead or support service improvement activities
* Attend multidisciplinary team and audit meetings
Skills & Experience:
* Registered Nurse with AHPRA
* Strong communication and problem-solving skills
* Able to work independently and in a team
* Skilled in using clinical systems including iPM
* Knowledge of elective surgery policy and funding
Benefits:
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including flexible work arrangements, salary packaging, and staff rewards and recognition programs.
About Grampians Health:
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham, and Stawell. Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities.
Culture & Benefits:
We recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers, and contractors at all sites. Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities are available, along with salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays.
Stawell Region:
Stawell is a small town, with a big heart. Life is lived here at a slower pace, perfect for those wanting to escape big cities and unwind. We have beautiful wildlife and numerous hiking trails. Stawell is only a 45-minute drive to Horsham, where you can enjoy dining at restaurants, farm gates, and cellar doors of some of Australia's best and most awarded venues.
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