Undergraduate Nursing Workforce Coordinator Permanent Part-time, up to 32 hours per fortnight Classified 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 and 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.
Preferred Candidate Requirements
* 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.
Additional Experience/Qualifications (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
West Gippsland Healthcare Group is committed to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with experience living with a disability.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements
* Professional development opportunities
* Access to employee assistance program
* Salary packaging
* Free parking
Working with Us
All appointments are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employment 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.
Application Process
Further information is contained in the Position Description. Applications must include a current CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least two professional referees. For further queries, please contact Jerin Jose, Learning and Development Manager, on 03 5623 0832.
Applications close: 19 May 2026 (applications may close earlier). The position will remain open for a minimum of 14 days from the date of advertisement and may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.
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