Calling all Perth-based, experienced, Registered Nurses - Relocate to Busselton!

Always dreamt of relocating to the beautiful south-west?
Passionate about making a difference and providing the highest quality of care?
Looking for a relaxed lifestyle where you can live, work and play by the sea-side? 

Then Capecare will support your move! 

About Us:

Capecare is recognised as a leading provider of aged care and accommodation services for seniors across the Southwest region of Western Australia.  Located in Busselton on the beautiful shores of Geographe Bay and a second location in the heart of Dunsborough, Capecare takes great pride in meeting the changing needs of today’s ageing community by delivering an outstanding model of care for clients and families choosing their services. 

About the Role:

The purpose of the Primary Care Coordinator is ensure the development and maintenance of partnerships between the Capecare residential aged care homes (RACH), GPs who provide care and services to our residents, and other relevant community health care professionals.

Based in the Capecares Dunsborough facility, this role will see you facilitating optimal communication between all elements of the health sector, especially those channels involving GPs and the RACH.

You will help drive an improvement in the quality of care, services and outcomes for Capecare residential clients through enhanced integration of all primary care providers involved in services.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Develop strong collaborative relationships with relevant service providers such as GP’s, Allied Health and Pharmacists to create a partnership in care approach.

• As a core part of the Capecare clinical team collaborate with GP’s to facilitate efficient, timely and responsive primary care for our residents.

• Facilitate communication between GP’s, Capecare residential staff, and residents, as well as family/carers, ensuring all parties are informed and involved in the care process.

• Facilitate communication between other areas of the healthcare sector and Capecare.

• Support knowledge and skill development among other clinical and care staff.

• In consultation with the Quality & Clinical Governance Manager:

• Develop clinical protocols with GP’s to guide clinical decision making, triage, assessment and clinical escalation

• Maintain involvement and oversight of GP’s providing treatment to residents

• Develop and manage on an ongoing basis an Implementation Working Group in line with the GPAIC guidelines which consists of Capecare senior clinical leaders, GP’s and the WAPHA’s Activity Lead.

About You:

You are an experienced Registered Nurse, looking for a change of scenery. You are a strong relationship builder and will use these skills to build strong partnerships with General Practitioners and healthcare providers to support high-quality care for our residents.       

A confident communicator and natural networker, you enjoy being out in the community, strengthening professional relationships and representing Capecare.

You understand the importance of coordinated care and are passionate about improving communication between providers to enhance healthcare quality, accessibility, and continuity for residents. Combining clinical insight with strong stakeholder engagement, you proactively foster GP involvement and identify opportunities to grow trusted partnerships.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Bachelor of Nursing – AHPRA registration

• Postgraduate qualifications in dementia care, palliative care, primary care or mental health nursing (desirable)

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Aged Care

• Experience in dementia and palliative care

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Age Care Act and Standards

What’s in it for me?

• Great work-life balance with job flexibility.

• A competitive remuneration package that includes not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 (tax-free) – increases your take-home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay!

• A very family-friendly and supportive organisation.

• Work by the coast in one of WA’s most beautiful regions.

How to Apply?

Please submit your application with a cover letter and CV via SEEK, outlining your experience. 

We are committed to employing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage applications.

If you would like to have a confidential chat about this unique opportunity or seek further information, please reach out to our Rachel Ash on 9750 2000 or rec••••••••@capecare.com.au

Please note screening and interviews may occur sooner, and Capecare reserves the right to close applications early. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.