The Alfred Foundation
OPCH Nurse - Intake & Care Coordinator
The Alfred Foundation, Caulfield, Missouri, United States, 65626
Bayside Health
is a public health service delivering high‑quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. Over 22 000 dedicated staff focus on exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
18‑month fixed‑term position, with the possibility of a 12‑month extension
Full time (80 hours per fortnight + monthly ADO)
Comm Hlth Nurse (Sole) (YW7)
Located at Caulfield Hospital
The Department The Home, Acute and Community (HAC) Program at Alfred Health supports people to maximise their health, independence and functioning, while minimising long‑term care needs. The Older Person’s Care Hub (OPCH) is a new, grant‑funded pilot within the HAC portfolio, aiming to enhance integrated care for older adults through multidisciplinary, home‑based assessment and intervention. The OPCH will be based alongside the Mobile Assessment and Treatment Service (MATS) at Caulfield Hospital and will work closely with GPs and EDs for referrals in the first instance. The pilot will run for an initial 12–18 month period, with patient care commencing from January 2026.
The Role We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse to join Alfred Health’s OPCH pilot – an innovative model of care designed to reduce hospital presentations and admissions for older people. As the OPCH Nurse, you will provide clinical care and coordination within a multidisciplinary team, delivering person‑centred care in home, telehealth, and clinic settings. You will work closely with the OPCH Team Leader, Geriatrician and allied health professionals to optimise health outcomes, support older people to remain at home, and contribute to service development and evaluation.
Qualifications and Experience Required
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
Minimum 5 years clinical experience, preferably in acute, general medical, or geriatric nursing
Sound clinical knowledge of complex health and medical conditions
High level of computer literacy and competence in patient management systems
Ability to work positively and flexibly with internal and external services
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
Commitment to continuing professional development
Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
Desirable
Postgraduate qualifications in gerontology, community health or palliative care nursing
Recent experience in general medicine, aged care, emergency or critical care nursing
Staff Benefits
Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
Onsite car & bike parking opportunities (subject to availability)
Access to onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport Health and Fitness
Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
Applications Applications close 11 pm AEDT, Monday 12th January 2025. For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Georgina Calder, MATS Manager on 0429 358 722.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or an alternative format for any application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed above.
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is a public health service delivering high‑quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. Over 22 000 dedicated staff focus on exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
18‑month fixed‑term position, with the possibility of a 12‑month extension
Full time (80 hours per fortnight + monthly ADO)
Comm Hlth Nurse (Sole) (YW7)
Located at Caulfield Hospital
The Department The Home, Acute and Community (HAC) Program at Alfred Health supports people to maximise their health, independence and functioning, while minimising long‑term care needs. The Older Person’s Care Hub (OPCH) is a new, grant‑funded pilot within the HAC portfolio, aiming to enhance integrated care for older adults through multidisciplinary, home‑based assessment and intervention. The OPCH will be based alongside the Mobile Assessment and Treatment Service (MATS) at Caulfield Hospital and will work closely with GPs and EDs for referrals in the first instance. The pilot will run for an initial 12–18 month period, with patient care commencing from January 2026.
The Role We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse to join Alfred Health’s OPCH pilot – an innovative model of care designed to reduce hospital presentations and admissions for older people. As the OPCH Nurse, you will provide clinical care and coordination within a multidisciplinary team, delivering person‑centred care in home, telehealth, and clinic settings. You will work closely with the OPCH Team Leader, Geriatrician and allied health professionals to optimise health outcomes, support older people to remain at home, and contribute to service development and evaluation.
Qualifications and Experience Required
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
Minimum 5 years clinical experience, preferably in acute, general medical, or geriatric nursing
Sound clinical knowledge of complex health and medical conditions
High level of computer literacy and competence in patient management systems
Ability to work positively and flexibly with internal and external services
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
Commitment to continuing professional development
Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
Desirable
Postgraduate qualifications in gerontology, community health or palliative care nursing
Recent experience in general medicine, aged care, emergency or critical care nursing
Staff Benefits
Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
Onsite car & bike parking opportunities (subject to availability)
Access to onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport Health and Fitness
Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
Applications Applications close 11 pm AEDT, Monday 12th January 2025. For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Georgina Calder, MATS Manager on 0429 358 722.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or an alternative format for any application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed above.
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