Community Health Nurse - Medical Practice
Join our Primary Health Team at Bendigo Community Health Services (BCHS)!
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Practice Nurse to provide high-quality clinical nursing services within our Medical Practice team.
This rewarding role supports health assessments, chronic disease management, vaccination programs, patient care planning, and health promotion initiatives, helping to improve health outcomes across our community.
About the Role
Deliver clinical nursing services in a community-focused medical practice.
Conduct health assessments and contribute to chronic disease care planning.
Support vaccination clinics and preventative health programs.
Participate in quality improvement activities and accreditation requirements.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
About You
Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
Experience in primary health care, general practice, or community nursing.
Solid clinical, communication, and organisational skills.
Commitment to person-centred care and health promotion principles.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a supportive team.
At BCHS, you'll be part of a values-driven organisation committed to improving community health and wellbeing.
We offer a supportive work environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
60.8 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
Fixed Term- 12 months
About Bendigo Community Health Services
Bendigo Community Health Services has cared for the health and wellbeing of the Bendigo community for 50 years.
We employ more than 280people across a broad range of services.




The success of BCHS starts with our staff, who have a high level of professionalism and dedication, allowing us to deliver quality services for the community, with a particular focus on vulnerable people.
Added benefits of working with BCHS include:
Salary packaging
Purchasing leave
Study assistance
Training programs
Novated leasing
Fitness Passport
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential
1. Bachelor of Nursing with current Registered Nursing (RN) registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. ANMF Membership PII cover or Private Personal Indemnity Insurance.
3. The ability to provide comprehensive and coordinated nursing services in a general practice setting.
4. Demonstrated contemporary knowledge and skills in medications, wound management, asthma, diabetes, and chronic disease management according to qualification competencies.
5. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of multidisciplinary team with highly developed communication skills.
6. The ability to provide sensitive practice in response to consumer diversity.
7. Ability to provide vaccination status information that meets the requirements for healthcare workers.
8. A current employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) and Driver's Licence.
9. The successful applicant will also be required to undertake and complete a Satisfactory National Police Check.
Desirable
1. Best Practice software experience.
2. Intermediate to high level skills in Microsoft Office programs.
3. The ability to confidentially maintain accurate records in accordance with BCHS procedures.
4. The ability to build and develop positive relationships with both internal and external consumers.
Bendigo Community Health Services encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.
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📌 Community Health Nurse - Medical Practice (Bendigo)
🏢 Bendigo Community Health Services
📍 Bendigo