CLINICAL SUPPORT NURSE (NURSING & MEDICAL)
Job No: CSNNMP
Location: Portland
Closing Date: 15 Oct 2025 AEDT
Ongoing Part Time – up to 76 hours per fortnight
Available from 13 October 2025
An exciting and rewarding opportunity is available for a suitably qualified Registered Nurse to join the Education team at Portland District Health.
The Education Clinical Support Nurse (Nursing and Medical) plays a key role in building workforce capability by supporting the professional development of both new and existing staff within the multidisciplinary team. This includes providing direct support and mentoring, coordinating training sessions, and evaluating education and training programs within the organisation. This position will have a key role in the support of our nursing workforce, with a focus on Graduate Nurses (Enrolled and Registered) as well as supporting staff in post graduate courses. A component of this role will focus on supporting medical staff (PGY1, PGY2 or those in training programs), ensuring training aligns with identified learning needs and Portland District Health’s strategic priorities. This role involves working collaboratively with the Medical Administration Unit and Education Team to plan and support the delivery of education and training initiatives that will strengthen our workforce. The position is integral to fostering a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence across the organisation.
About you:
- Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively and work effectively as part of multidisciplinary health care team
- Excellent communication (including conflict resolution), demonstrates a welcome persona and ‘can do attitude’
- Excellent written, verbal and ICT skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise numerous tasks
- Ability to facilitate in house education training
- Demonstrate the ability to be a mentor and role model to others
About us:
Portland District Health (PDH) provides an integrated health service for the community. The hospital was established in 1856 on the current site and now provides a comprehensive range of services that include:
- Hospital based Medical and Surgical services, Medical Imaging (Radiology), Pharmacy and Pathology
- A 24/7 Urgent Care Centre for emergency treatment
- Residential aged care for 30 residents at Harbourside Lodge
- An extensive range of primary and community services for the local community
PDH delivers services from a single campus, employs around 470 staff with an FTE of approximately 290, and has an active volunteer workforce. The People and Culture Unit sits within the Corporate Services Directorate, with other Units including Finance, Building Services, Food Services, Environmental Services, Executive Support, Administration and Health Information.
Additional Benefits:
- Salary Packaging
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Social Club
- Free parking
- GMHBA health insurance corporate rate
- Flexible working conditions
- Employee Assistance program
- Wellbeing Initiatives
The Region – Glenelg Shire:
Appreciate the beautiful surroundings of the Glenelg Shire, trek the Outstanding South West Walk, Bridgewater Bay’s rugged coastline, or explore Budj Bim (a World Heritage site) and Mount Richmond National Park. Affordable coastal, rural and low density urban housing, plus private and public primary and secondary school options make Portland an ideal place to work, live and raise a family. To find out more about Portland visit the Glenelg Shire and I Am Portland websites.
How to apply:
Applications are through the PDH website and must include:
- A letter which tells us who you are and why you should be our next team member. Look at the selection criteria in the position description for some ideas.
- A resume outlining your education, experience and work related achievements. Confirmation your employment and experience have set you up with skills needed to be successful in this role.
- Details of at least two professional referees. We will be asking them questions about you as an employee; they need to be able to provide feedback on your performance.
Requirements to apply and employment eligibility:
- Police Record Check
- Current Victorian Working with Children’s check
- Right to work in Australia
- Current Immunisation status (must meet Portland District Health Immunisation Policy)
Applications close: Wednesday 15th October 2025 at 12.00pm
Portland District Health encourages and welcomes applications from First Nation People, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.
EEO and inclusion statements and general information are provided as part of the job posting.
How to apply: Apply via the PDH website. We have included the key steps above for reference.
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