Job Description
The Division of Cancer, Cardiology & Specialty Medicine is actively seeking a Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC).
The suitably qualified Palliative Care CNC will form part of the dynamic team at Bacchus Marsh Community Palliative Care, supporting clients with life limiting conditions in a community setting.
The Bacchus Marsh Community Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Consultant will provide specialist palliative management and support to patients, their families and carers within our allocated geographical area.
The CNC will act as a clinical expert in patient care, with a particular focus on problem identification, care planning and symptom management. The CNC will be required to demonstrate an exceptionally high level of skill in Palliative Care Nursing, with the ability to work as a sole clinical in a proficient and safe manner. The CNC must also actively participate in the education of staff within Western Health and at a community level.
This position is offered on a full-time 1.0 FTE basis (a combination of part-time applicants forming 1.0 FTE would also be considered).
Please see the below position description for further details. Selection criteria mut be addressed and supplied with all applications.
Position Description
Applications close at 11:5+pm on 12 March 2026.
About Us
Our workforce of over 13,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.
Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of mental health and community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.
Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:
Professional development support
Career advancement opportunities
Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
Work-life balance
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applying.
The suitably qualified Palliative Care CNC will form part of the dynamic team at Bacchus Marsh Community Palliative Care, supporting clients with life limiting conditions in a community setting.
The Bacchus Marsh Community Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Consultant will provide specialist palliative management and support to patients, their families and carers within our allocated geographical area.
The CNC will act as a clinical expert in patient care, with a particular focus on problem identification, care planning and symptom management. The CNC will be required to demonstrate an exceptionally high level of skill in Palliative Care Nursing, with the ability to work as a sole clinical in a proficient and safe manner. The CNC must also actively participate in the education of staff within Western Health and at a community level.
This position is offered on a full-time 1.0 FTE basis (a combination of part-time applicants forming 1.0 FTE would also be considered).
Please see the below position description for further details. Selection criteria mut be addressed and supplied with all applications.
Position Description
Applications close at 11:5+pm on 12 March 2026.
About Us
Our workforce of over 13,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.
Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of mental health and community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.
Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:
Professional development support
Career advancement opportunities
Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
Work-life balance
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applying.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Clinical Nurse Consultant position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.
