Community Palliative Care - Nurse Consultants

2 fixed term roles available in the Community Palliative Care Team
16 hours/fortnight (November 2026 - October 2027)
32 hours/fortnight (January 2027 - January 2028)

Echuca Regional Health proudly serves the Shire of Campaspe and Murray River Council communities, with Echuca and Moama located side by side on the banks of the Murray River. We offer a wide range of hospital, aged care, and community health services, and are growing as a sub-regional teaching health service. With over 1,000 staff, we’re the largest employer in the region—providing real opportunities for career growth, development, and making a difference close to home.

About the role:

Applications are sought from suitably qualified Nurse Consultant to work in the Community Palliative Care team at Echuca Regional Health. Due to long term leave we currently have 2 max term roles available in Community Palliative Care Team. Be part of a team that provides specialist palliative care support to patients and families living with a life limiting illness across the Campaspe Shire. You will work collaboratively with healthcare providers and community services, the role focuses on improving quality of life through expert assessment, symptom management, care coordination and support.

Key responsibilities include:

- Establishes and maintains effective therapeutic partnerships with individuals with life-limiting illnesses
- Work collaboratively with medical and allied health professionals to ensure cotemporary, evidence based palliative support is provided
- Undertake detailed assessment and care planning




- Offer advocacy and ensure that the patient’s wishes and preferences are honoured
- The Community Palliative Care Nurse will coordinate and participate in community bereavement activities
- Participate in departmental and organizational meetings as required

Selection Criteria

Qualifications/experience required:

- Current Registered Nurse with AHPRA with a minimum of three years post graduate experience in a relevant field and possessing or willing to work towards a post graduate qualification in Palliative Care.
- Highly developed interpersonal communication skills with the ability to share knowledge with clinicians across multiple disciplines and settings.
- Working knowledge of medications commonly used in palliative care and how to adjust dosages.
- Ability to conduct thorough physical, emotional and social assessments in the home environment.

What is Offered

At ERH we offer a supportive and inclusive culture that offers chance for growth and development. As well as that we have a fantastic range of benefits for our employees, including:

- Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Supportive and experienced leadership.
- Health and wellbeing programs.
- Career progression and skill development opportunities.
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program for staff and family.
- Free onsite parking.
- Free staff vaccinations.

Whilst applications close on Thursday 1 October 2026, you are encouraged to apply early as applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

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📌 Community PC - Nurse Consultants (2) (Echuca)
🏢 Palliative Care Victoria
📍 Echuca