ED Aboriginal Care Coordination Nurse (CNC)

About the Role

Closing Date: 26/11/2026

Albury Wodonga Health is excited to recruit to a fixed-term pilot position to appoint a senior Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurse within the AWH Emergency Department.

The Aboriginal Care Coordinator role will act as the key clinical and cultural contact within the AWH Emergency Department for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. They will provide advanced clinical leadership, culturally safe care coordination, and system navigation to support timely assessment, admission avoidance where appropriate, and safe discharge with appropriate follow-up.

The role will work collaboratively with ED clinicians, Aboriginal Health staff, inpatient teams, primary care and community services to improve patient flow, continuity of care, and health outcomes. The Aboriginal Care Coordinator will drive culturally responsive practice, staff capability, and service improvement aligned with Closing the Gap priorities. This position will also be involved in leading quality improvement projects designed to improve health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers.

The ED Aboriginal Care Coordinator Nurse will be a valued member of the Emergency Department to undertake this exciting new project role. We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.

• Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Post-graduate qualification in emergency, chronic disease, Aboriginal health or equivalent, or working towards.
• A minimum of five years’ post-registration clinical experience in emergency, acute or Aboriginal health.
• Demonstrated advanced level of clinical nursing expertise in the nominated specialty.
• Well-developed leadership skills with the ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team and to consult, refer, liaise and negotiate on complex professional and clinical service issues.
• High level of understanding and practical application of person-centred care.
• Valid driver’s licence

Employment Type: This is a full-time fixed term (6 month) opportunity.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Matt Tolsher at [email protected] or 0456 214 049 for a confidential discussion.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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