Orthopaedic Nurse Navigator

1w1 week ago

Ramsay Health Care

Melbourne, AU · Full-time · A$110,000 – A$140,000

About this role

We are seeking an experienced Orthopaedic-trained Nurse to join the team at The Avenue in a full-time capacity as Orthopaedic Nurse Navigator. The role acts as a clinical and professional resource person demonstrating broad knowledge and clinical expertise in inpatient and outpatient settings. You will use clinical orthopaedic assessment skills and knowledge of private hospital admission criteria and funding models.

Coordinate and contribute to patient orthopaedic pre-assessments in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team and consultants. Strive to meet best practice length of stay requirements to ensure efficient bed management and utilisation. Facilitate community and acute patients into the appropriate treatment whilst ensuring the patient and their carer are fully informed of services and processes.

Join Ramsay Health Care at The Avenue Private Hospital, an advanced 152-bed private surgical hospital in Windsor specialising in orthopaedics with 11 theatres and procedure rooms. Work across orthopaedic settings supporting bed coordination and stakeholder communication. Demonstrate commitment to quality care and continuous improvement.

Access professional advancement through recognition, rewards, professional development, education scholarships, and Ramsay Leadership Academy. Enjoy Ramsay Rewards discounts, flexible work opportunities, Employee Assistance Program, and salary sacrifice options. Support career progression with employee referral programs and LinkedIn Learning.

Requirements

Registered with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
Minimum of three years post registration in speciality area of Orthopaedic nursing or relevant experience in advanced practice
At least 7 years’ professional experience with high levels of clinical and managerial experience across orthopaedic settings
Understanding of scope of practice in line with relevant registration
Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement and initiatives supporting the customer experience
Understanding of health fund requirements for orthopaedic services
Proven project management skills with sound organisational and change management skills
Computer literacy

Responsibilities

Act as a clinical and professional resource person demonstrating broad knowledge and clinical expertise
Coordinate and contribute to patient orthopaedic pre-assessments with multidisciplinary team and consultants
Use clinical orthopaedic assessment skills and knowledge of private hospital admission criteria and funding models
Strive to meet best practice length of stay requirements for efficient bed management and utilisation
Facilitate community and acute patients into appropriate treatment
Ensure patients and carers are fully informed of services and processes
Ensure a high level of patient satisfaction
Support orthopaedic bed coordination

Benefits

Professional Advancement including recognition, rewards, professional development, education scholarships, Ramsay Leadership Academy, and free LinkedIn Learning
Ramsay Rewards access to great deals at major retailers, hospital, allied health and pharmacy discounts
Flexible work opportunities with ability to have a say in your roster and Flexible Leave Program
Free Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7
Salary sacrifice opportunities including airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, and novated leasing
Discounts for leisure travel with selected hotels