Acute Stroke Care Coordinator

**_Lead the way as the Acute Stroke Care Coordinator at one of NSW’s premier stroke centres - where clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care come together to transform lives._**

**Remuneration**:$57.11 - $58.99**Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
**Employment Type**:Permanent Part Time
**Position Classification**:Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
**Hours Per Week**:24
**Location**:John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
**Requisition ID**:REQ591335
**Applications Close**:Tuesday, 26th August 2025

**About the role - Acute Stroke Care Coordinator**
Step into a pivotal leadership role as the Acute Stroke Care Coordinator within the renowned Stroke Services at John Hunter Hospital - an internationally recognised Comprehensive Stroke Centre. In this specialised position, you will lead the coordination of stroke care across the full continuum - from hyperacute intervention and acute management to secondary prevention and research-driven care.

Working closely with our expert multidisciplinary stroke team and acute stroke research unit, you will support the enrolment of patients in innovative clinical trials and foster a strong research culture within the service.

Your role will be instrumental in:

- Driving adherence to national stroke clinical guidelines and Stroke Foundation audit indicators.
- Leading quality improvement projects that directly impact patient outcomes.
- Facilitating the recruitment of patients into clinical trials, increasing access to new therapies to the Newcastle community
- Providing education and mentorship to junior staff, patients, and families.
- Monitoring and analysing stroke data to inform clinical excellence.
- Supporting acute stroke reviews and collaborating closely with the stroke consultant.

This permanent part-time opportunity (3 days per week, ideally continuous, 8-hour shifts) offers a stable, travel-free role within a highly supportive team environment.

As a vital member of one of national’s leading stroke services, you will be contributing to world-class care, professional innovation, and life-changing outcomes for stroke patients. If you're ready to make a real and lasting impact, this is your moment.

**Where you’ll be working**:
Nestled in the tranquil greenery of New Lambton Heights, John Hunter Hospital boasts an exceptional location just moments from Newcastle’s vibrant city centre. This world-class medical facility combines convenience and accessibility, serving patients and visitors from across the Hunter region and beyond. Surrounded by lush parks and serene landscapes, the hospital offers an ideal environment for healing and recovery, perfectly complementing its cutting-edge healthcare services.

With seamless connections to major roads and public transportation, John Hunter Hospital stands as a beacon of excellence in both care and convenience, catering to the needs of its diverse community with ease and grace.

**At**Hunter New England Health** enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day**:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

**Requirements**:
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in Stroke/Neurology of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.

**If This Sounds Like You, We Would Love You to Apply**:

- Proven clinical expertise in stroke care, neurology, and acute medicine.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills to drive effective decision-making and team engagement.
- Demonstrated experience in care coordination, service improvement, and project implementation.
- A strong commitment to person-centred care, inclusivity, and health equity across diverse populations.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing, fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

**Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you**

**Additional information**:

- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned