The Buchan Bush Nursing Centre is seeking an experienced and motivated Bush Nurse Centre Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality healthcare services to the Buchan community.
This role combines clinical leadership with operational management, ensuring the sustainability and effectiveness of healthcare services in a rural setting.
About the Role
As the Bush Nurse Centre Manager, you will oversee all operational and clinical functions of the Centre, including staff leadership, strategic planning, financial management, quality assurance, and community engagement.
You will work closely with the Board to implement the organisation's strategic plan, foster a positive workplace culture, and maintain accreditation standards while meeting the healthcare needs of the community.
The anticipated start date for this role is November ****.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management: Provide strategic direction, lead staff, develop business plans, monitor programs, and advise the Board on organisational performance and risks.
Clinical Oversight: Maintain clinical standards, oversee patient care, monitor outcomes, and implement quality and safety initiatives.
Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the Bush Nursing Centre externally, foster relationships with stakeholders, and support community health and wellbeing initiatives.
Visiting Services Coordination: Maintain sustainable partnerships with visiting service providers and optimise care delivery.
Financial Management: Develop budgets, ensure compliance, and manage resources efficiently.
Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory, governance, and healthcare standards, promote continuous improvement, and maintain risk management systems.
Comprehensive onboarding, orientation and ongoing support
Employment under the Victorian Bush Nursing Centre Nurses Enterprise Agreement ****
This location is eligible for aRelocation & Retention incentivethrough RWAV




Rewarding and impactful career in rural healthcare
An opportunity to work in a distinctive regional location with a friendly, supportive community
The Buchan Bush Nursing Centre is seeking an experienced and motivated Bush Nurse Centre Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality healthcare services to the Buchan community.
This role combines clinical leadership with operational management, ensuring the sustainability and effectiveness of healthcare services in a rural setting.
About the Role
As the Bush Nurse Centre Manager, you will oversee all operational and clinical functions of the Centre, including staff leadership, strategic planning, financial management, quality assurance, and community engagement.
You will work closely with the Board to implement the organisation's strategic plan, foster a positive workplace culture, and maintain accreditation standards while meeting the healthcare needs of the community.
The anticipated start date for this role is November ****.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management: Provide strategic direction, lead staff, develop business plans, monitor programs, and advise the Board on organisational performance and risks.
Clinical Oversight: Maintain clinical standards, oversee patient care, monitor outcomes, and implement quality and safety initiatives.
Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the Bush Nursing Centre externally, foster relationships with stakeholders, and support community health and wellbeing initiatives.
Visiting Services Coordination:



Maintain sustainable partnerships with visiting service providers and optimise care delivery.
Financial Management: Develop budgets, ensure compliance, and manage resources efficiently.
Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory, governance, and healthcare standards, promote continuous improvement, and maintain risk management systems.
Benefits
Comprehensive onboarding, orientation and ongoing support
Employment under the Victorian Bush Nursing Centre Nurses Enterprise Agreement ****
This location is eligible for aRelocation & Retention incentivethrough RWAV
Rewarding and impactful career in rural healthcare
An opportunity to work in a distinctive regional location with a friendly, supportive community
Requirements
AHPRA Registered Nurse Division 1 with eligibility under the Bush Nursing EA ****
Minimum 5 years' full time post-graduate experience in a diverse clinical setting
Hold Current Nurse Immuniser qualification
Emergency Department experience desirable
RAN Nurse Training required, or willing to complete RAN Training
Proven leadership and management experience in a clinical setting
Strong understanding of healthcare delivery in rural and remote communities
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and strategic planning skills
Ability to travel occasionally for meetings, events, and remote site visits
Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Why Buchan?
Buchan is a picturesque rural town in East Gippsland, renowned for its limestone caves and welcoming community.
Families enjoy local schools, daycare, and events such as the Buchan Rodeo.
Active lifestyles are supported with sporting clubs and nearby outdoor adventures—from national parks and rivers to beaches, wineries, and festivals—offering the perfect balance of nature, culture, and community.
Applications close 16th October ****.
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📌 Bush Nurse Centre Manager - Buchan (Victoria)
🏢 Rural Workforce Agency Victoria
📍 Victoria