GP Liaison Nurse

GP Diversion Liaison Nurse - Acute Specialist Clinics - Care Synergy Project

• Temporary part-time | 16 hours per week until 31 December 2026


• Box Hill | Easy access to public transport, shopping, and dining options 


• Continuous learning culture | Participate in workshops, training, and development programs 

About the role

As the GP Diversion Liaison Nurse, you will support the development, coordination, and implementation of GP diversion pathways in Acute Specialist Clinics as part of the CareSynergy Project. This role is key in providing the critical interface between clinical specialty teams and operational functions to enable seamless coordination and delivery of diversion pathways.

You will support the CareSynergy Project to deliver safe and timely clinical diversions to established GP partners. The GP Diversion Liaison Nurse will develop, manage and coordinate a centralised approach to workflow design, feedback processes, and referral mechanisms focused on improving coordination between hospital and primary care and promoting equitable and improved timely access.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA.


• Demonstrated clinical skills aligned with experience and scope of practice.


• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and contribute to the professional development of self and others.


• High level communication, both written and verbal, with demonstrated high level interpersonal skills with patients, families and all health care professionals.


• High level of motivation and willingness to learn, undertaking professional development to enhance nursing and midwifery expertise.


• Demonstrated provision of high-quality care, that reflects the application of evidence into practice.


• Digital literacy and embracing of health technologies and informatics.

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

About Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 


• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 


• Study and professional development leave 


• Friendly and supportive teams


• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 


• Fitness passport for work-life balance 


• Employee assistance program accessible to you and your loved ones 


• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 


• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 


• Access to private health insurance offers 


• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 


• Cafes at all our hospitals 

Next steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia. We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.


• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.


• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.


• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.


• Advertising may end before the closing date.


• We do not accept recruitment agency applications.

Please click here to view the Position Description.

Contact Person: Aaron Shergis

Contact Number: 9194 7539

Contact Email: [email protected]

Job Posting End Date: Sunday 9 August 2026

Need help submitting your application?

Contact the Hiring Manager listed in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) for support.

Click here for the Candidate Guide for help with our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day