Liaison Clinical Nurse Consultant, Intensive Care Unit
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time; Permanent Full Time
Hours per fortnight - 108
Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
Req Id - 6227
- Enjoy a role that will be varied, challenging and rewarding
- Join a vibrant team of dedicated health professionals, where your passion will make a real difference
- Multiple permanent full-time and part-time roles available - apply now !
About the role
As the ICU Clinical Nurse Consultant you will provide clinical leadership and preventative management throughout University Hospital Geelong for deteriorating patients or patients with complex clinical needs in the ward setting in partnership with members of all health care teams. The Liaison Nurse Service provides a follow up service for patients discharged from ICU and following Medical Emergencies (METS AND CODE BLUES) in the wards. The Liaison service receives referrals from ward staff addressing concerns of clinical deterioration and provides timely review and access to ICU if required.
The Liaison Nurse demonstrates excellent clinical expertise together with outstanding interpersonal negotiation and communication skills to achieve the best possible clinical outcome and person-centred goals. The Liaison Nurse is a resource for all clinical staff within UHG and promotes best practice in the provision of patient care through clinical initiatives and service innovation.
Key responsibilities
- Provide expert assessment, planning and review of patients post-ICU discharge, support management of deteriorating ward patients, lead MET and Code Blue responses, and determine discharge from the Liaison Nurse service.
- Deliver clinical leadership across wards, coordinate timely ICU access for critically ill patients, collaborate with ICU medical staff and multidisciplinary teams, and promote seamless transition of care.
- Act as a clinical resource and role model, provide education and training on acute deterioration and complex care needs, support policy development, and model ISBAR clinical handover standards.
- Lead quality improvement activities, manage reporting systems (Riskman, MET registry, SLIC database), contribute to audits and safety meetings, and ensure care delivery aligns with Barwon Health policies, ANMAC standards, and organisational values.
What we’re looking for
- Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency.
- Post Graduate qualification in Critical Care.
- Clinical Nurse Specialist classification.
- Minimum of 5 years recent experience in ICU.
- Attendance at MET Nurse Training Provided by Barwon Health.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
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Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
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A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
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Extensive professional development opportunities
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Attractive salary packaging benefits
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Living expenses capped at $9,010
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Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
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Satisfactory Police Record Check
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Immunisation Status Clearance
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Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Donna Robertson
Email: donna.robertson@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 17th March, 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.