Graduate Placement Coordinator

Requisition No: 4617
Executive Division: People Culture & Communications
Division: Education & Learning
Program: Education & Learning
Department: Education & Learning
Enterprise Agreement: Varied Health and Allied Services, Managers and Ad
Job Function: Administration & Leadership
Project:
Location: Footscray & Sunshine
Employment Type: Fixed Term, Part-Time
Salary: HS4

About the role
The Graduate Placement Coordinator will provide support to the manager and education team through the coordination of Transition to Practise programs across Western Health. They will support graduates in their transition to a Registered Nurse and work within the education team to provide a positive graduate experience and review and grow the Graduate program as required by Western Health.


You will actively participate in the Graduate planning processes to identify the required resources and skill mixes required to future proof Western Health nursing workforce. Provide support and development to the Graduate Nurse Program ensuring that the ongoing professional practice meets professional standards of nursing practice and that Western Health policies and procedures are adhered to.


Key responsibilities:

Working with the Graduate Coordinator and the Graduate Nursing Team, the Clinical Placement Coordinator will assist in coordinating Graduate Programs. This includes but is not limited to the Graduate Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, and Transition to Practice Nurses
Duties include but are not limited to recruitment planning and selection, interview processes, GNMP computer matching and assisting in associated administrative duties
Support Educators with graduate issues that relate to patient related care, referring patient related care to the Nurse Educators
Assist with provision of feedback to program participants on their performance, including program requirements, learning goals and performance management relating to non-clinical matters
Participate in debrief sessions in conjunction with a nurse educator, encouraging participation and reflection on experience
Assist with orientation and study days
Provide debriefing and careers guidance for program participants
Assist in facilitating, reviewing and improving placement opportunities within Graduate Nurse Programs

About you:

High-level administration skills
High level organisational skills
Recruitment planning experience
Previous experience in the administration with novice workforce
Demonstrate interpersonal and role modelling skills including problem solving, conflict resolution and negotiation
Demonstrate experience and understanding of performance management processes

Position Description


About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.


With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.


We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.


We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.


Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.


Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about supporting Gradaute Nurses and are highly motivated, friendly, confident, organised, are a team player and have excellent communication skills we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.


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.


Closing date: 11:5+pm on 3 July 2025.


Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Jenny Hagan (Education Coordinator - Graduate Nurse Program) on 047+ 177 674 or Jenny.Hagan@wh.org.au.


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 does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.