Transition Care Program Transition Care Program Registered Nurse
Posted:
29 August 2026 (8 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
26 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Your opportunityAs a Transition Care Program Registered Nurse youll provide comprehensive assessment care coordination and clinical management for older people transitioning from hospital to home. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team youll support clients to achieve their restorative goals maximise independence and safely connect with ongoing community manage clients throughout their Transition Care journey from admission and assessment through to goal monitoring clinical review and discharge planning. Partnering closely with clients families hospitals GPs and community providers youll play a key role in ensuring safe transitions and positive client outcomesYoull make an impact byPartnering with clients and families to complete comprehensive assessments develop personalised care plans and establish meaningful restorative care throughout the Transition Care episode monitoring progress and supporting clients to achieve greater independence and evidence-based nursing care including clinical interventions such as wound care medication management continence support and chronic disease discharge planning and coordinating referrals to ensure seamless transitions to community services Support at Home and other ongoing care managing and escalating clinical risks while maintaining high standards of documentation compliance and client safetyWhat youll bringCurrent registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRAMinimum two years clinical experienceDemonstrated experience in community nursing rehabilitation or aged careExperience in comprehensive clinical assessment and care planningCurrent drivers licenceNational Police CheckWe would also love you to bring the following skills:Strong assessment care coordination and clinical decision-making skillsExperience supporting restorative wellness and reablement approaches to careExcellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients families and stakeholdersStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and documentation requirementsA proactive approach to quality improvement and evidence-based practiceCommitment to helping older people maintain independence confidence and quality of lifeWhy join ECHWe want you to be MORE with us. Were passionate about supporting our people through wellbeing programs opportunities for career growth and competitive benefits. Youll enjoy all of this in a supportive work environment where you can create meaningful connections with colleagues who have your back. What does this mean for youAs part of a not-for-profit organisation you can enjoy salary packaging benefits of up to $18549 per year to reduce your taxable incomeWe support your health and fitness with free access to ECH gyms and discounted wellness servicesFree Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to the Moving Mindz app-based wellness programOpportunities to connect with your ECH community through annual employee team dinners Christmas celebrations and town hall gatheringsGrow your career through mentoring programs supported scholarships and annual performance & development planning (PDP)For more information on our benefits and what its like to work at ECH visit our careers page. to be part of something specialJoin us and help older South Australians get MORE out of will review applications as they come in and move quickly to secure the right candidate. Applications close Sunday 6th September 2026For more information please contact We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply including those living with a disability from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds part of the LGBTI community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. If you require reasonable adjustments or would like to share your pronouns at any stage of the application or interview process please let us know.
Required Experience:
IC