Registered Nurse Grade 5 / After Hours Coordinator – Kerang District Health Location: Kerang, Victoria Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time / Full-Time Classification: RN Grade 5 Salary: As per Nurse and Midwife EBA Kerang District Health is seeking an experienced and proactive Grade 5/ After Hours Coordinator (AHC) to join our senior nursing team. This leadership role ensures the safe, effective, and compassionate delivery of care across all departments during after-hours periods, while supporting the hospital’s strategic and operational goals. About the Role As the After Hours Coordinator, you will: Act as a key resource for nursing, medical, and allied health staff, as well as patients and their families. Provide direct clinical care and carry a patient load across all shifts. Coordinate hospital operations during off-hours, including patient admissions, staffing, and resource allocation. Ensure compliance with the Safe Patient Care Act and uphold high standards of clinical governance. Liaise with relevant personnel to manage bed availability and patient placement. Support ward areas by ensuring adequate nursing and support staff (including PSAs and orderlies). Lead and participate in emergency and disaster planning, and coordinate staff and patient movement during emergencies. Facilitate resolution of public relations issues, escalating to the CEO or Director of Clinical Services as needed. Maintain quality control of nursing services and oversee staff allocation during rostered shifts. Participate in strategic forums and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Q ualifications & Experience To be successful, you will need: Bachelor of Nursing and current registration with AHPRA Minimum 5 years post-registration experience in acute medical nursing Recent management experience at ANUM level or higher Strong understanding of the Safe Patient Care Act and hospital emergency protocols Advanced clinical skills and knowledge of best practice standards Excellent interpersonal skills including conflict resolution, negotiation, and mentoring Commitment to ongoing professional development—for yourself and your team Full, current COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status Why Join Us? Kerang District Health offers: A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture Opportunities for career development and leadership growth The chance to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit rural community Lead with confidence. Care with purpose. Apply now to become a vital part of Kerang District Health’s senior nursing team. For further information or to submit your application, please contact us on 03 5450 9200 or email people@kdh.org.au