Nursing Workforce

**Overview**:
**Work type**:Full time

**Salary**:Salary not specified

**Grade**:As per award

**Occupation**: Nursing and Aged Care

**Location**: Mount Alexander

**Reference**: VG/1856301

Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.

Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.

Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.

We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.

Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.

**Position Title: Nursing**Workforce & Patient Flow Manager

**Employment Type**:Ongoing full-time

**Award**:Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024 -2028

**Role description**

Reporting to the Director Clinical Services the Nursing Workforce and Patient Flow Manager, is a key leadership position within the Clinical and Aged Care Services Directorate. This role is responsible for providing nursing leadership to the Clinical Relief Unit (CRU) and Staff Replacement functions that support workforce across Dhelkaya Health.

The role will support alignment with Dhelkaya Health's Strategic Priorities and will contribute to achieving operational activity targets in the Clinical Services space.

Responsibilities will include working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders in the development and implementation of an Access Plan which will involve reviewing existing admission and discharge principals and ensuring these reflect the vision and values of Dhelkaya Health.

The role will be the key contact for access and patient flow, ensuring patients receive the Right care in the Right place at the Right time.

The direct reports to the role include,
- CRU (pool) nursing staff members
- Administrative Support role, Nursing Workforce Unit

**About you**
- Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
- Previous clinical leadership experience with knowledge of patient flow/access concepts
- Well-developed communications skills
- Demonstrated capability in computer literacy and data analysis
- Knowledge of change management principles and best practice
- A commitment to continuous improvement

**_ Please refer to the relevant attached position description and address the key selection criteria on your cover letter when applying._**

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**Culture and Benefits**

Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.

From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:

- **Stress-free parking**:at no-cost close to your place of work.
- **Salary packaging**:to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
- **Healthy and active lifestyle**: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport**membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
- **Health and wellbeing**: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
- **Building meaningful connections**: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment