Senior Project Lead – Aged Care & General Practice - 12 month contract

We’re seeking an experienced and forward thinking Aged Care Professional to deliver a groundbreaking initiative designed to strengthen collaboration between General Practice and Residential Aged Care.

In this role you’ll take the reins of a sector leading program that builds clinical governance, improves communication, and enhances health outcomes for residents across multiple Aged Care Homes in the Shepparton region.

This position is perfect for someone who wants to move beyond the floor and make a system wide impact — shaping how aged care and primary health
work together to deliver truly coordinated, person-centred care.

You’ll partner closely with GPs, Practice Nurses, Aged Care Providers, and Allied Health teams to implement a best practice Nurse Coordination Model that supports continuity of care, reduces avoidable hospital admissions, and strengthens workforce capability.

Why join this project

• Be part of a pioneering collaboration transforming aged care delivery
• Hybrid and flexible role with the scope to design, influence and innovate
• Supportive environment backed by experienced clinical and project teams
• Make a real difference in how older Australians receive care
• Up to $65 an hour + super + travel allowances
• Travel is local to the Shepparton area
• Head office based in Shepparton
• 12 month contract but strong possibility of remaining in the team ongoing

About you

• Registered Nurse (AHPRA) with 5+ years’ experience in aged care
• Proven leadership in clinical coordination, governance or service improvement
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong understanding of aged care funding models (AN-ACC), accreditation, and compliance frameworks
• Postgraduate qualifications in Aged Care, Dementia, Palliative or Mental Health Nursing highly regarded

If you’re passionate about transforming aged care through better coordination, governance, and clinical excellence we’d love to hear from you.

Please reach out to Emily on 0413 787 786 or [email protected]