* Hesse Rural Health is offering an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner Candidate to join our team.
* Enjoy working with like-minded professionals
* Part Time 18 months Fixed Term
About Hesse Rural Health
Hesse is committed to leading health and wellbeing by providing best practice health, aged care and community services to enable the wellbeing of our community. At the heart of Hesse is our staff, with person-centred care for all stakeholders being central to all decision-making. As an innovative rural health service, Hesse provides acute, aged and community-based services across parts of the municipalities of Colac Otway, Golden Plains and the Surf Coast.
About the Role
The 2025-26 Victorian Nurse Practitioner Program is supporting 34 Victorian small rural health services to embed nurse practitioner models of care.
The successful candidate will be employed between 3-4 days per week (applicant dependent) which includes receiving 300 hours of paid supernumerary practice as part of their clinical supervision requirements, for an 18 month fixed term basis. The Hesse Nurse Practitioner will act as the mentor for this role 2 days per week. The Nurse Practitioner Candidate will work as a Registered Nurse role for the remainder of their contracted hours.
This role offers a unique professional experience, combining autonomous practice with collaborative care in an advanced clinical capacity. As part of the team, you will provide Urgent and Acute Care services, support comprehensive care delivery to aged care residents and contribute to the education and development of our clinical staff.
Essential requirements include:
* Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse (RN).
* Bachelor's degree in nursing.
* Minimum of 5 years full time equivalent (FTE) clinical experience as a RN of which at least three years FTE is in a relevant speciality area in an advanced practice role.
* Enrolled in / or commenced a Masters of Nurse Practitioner qualification.
* Demonstrated ability to function autonomously and collaboratively in an advanced practice clinical role.
* Demonstrated capability to effectively communicate with a range of health care professionals in healthcare settings.
* Ability to utilise Information Technology to enhance practice.
About the Culture
Committed to leading health & wellbeing for our regional community. Make a direct and significant impact on the health and well-being of a close-knit community - within their home or in our aged care facility. Hesse has roles available across Golden Plains Shire, Colac Otway Shire and the Surf Coast Shire.
Hesse Rural Health Benefits
* Professional Growth Opportunities - We take pride in providing professional development opportunities for career advancement. Whether through continuing education, leadership opportunities, you can continue to grow and advance in your career whilst serving the need of our community.
* Community Engagement - Our small rural health service encourages you to be actively involved in community health education initiatives and preventative care. You become an integral part of the community, forging meaningful connections among residents.
* Team Collaboration -At Hesse, we often work closely together as part of a tight knit team. Collaboration among all staff is essential for delivery comprehensive care to our age care residents, patients and community.
* Amazing Destination -Nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Surf Coast Shire, Winchelsea & Bannockburn offers a stunning natural scenery, relaxed lifestyle and did we mention only 30 minutes to the Great Ocean Road, 35 minutes into Geelong and 27 minutes to Colac. Not only does Winchelsea and surrounds offer affordable housing, essential amenities and less traffic congestion, making it an ideal place to live, work and thrive.
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.
We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the People and Culture ***********@hesse.vic.gov.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.
Contact: Andrea Stubbs
Acting Director of Clinical Services
Email: *************@hesse.vic.gov.au
Phone: 03 5267 1***
Applications close 13 February 2026
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