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Kareena Private Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

About Role:

As a member of the discharge planning team, you will be working in a key role that provides clinical leadership to nursing, medical and allied health providers. This unique role draws on clinical nursing and social work style skills to support and coordinate the discharge planning process.

This is a full-time, maximum term contract for 12 months, providing maternity leave cover. The role offers an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact while covering a period of parental leave.

You will be responsible for providing an effective discharge planning service, coordinating the strategic and operational planning for discharge activities and associated services across the hospital.

Your role will involve, but is not limited to:

  • Coordinating the patient discharge planning process
  • Ensuring patients have a smooth transition from the hospital to the community with appropriate care and services
  • Plan complex discharges with a multidisciplinary team.

This is an opportunity where you will be joining a knowledgeable and friendly team that values collaboration, professional development and quality patient care.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong clinical skillset with experience working in an acute care hospital setting. Your effective interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), ability to work in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced team environment, client-focused attitude and willingness to accept and promote Ramsay’s core values are essential for this role.

You will also demonstrate:

  • Registered with Australian Nurses & Midwives Board of Australia (ENN or RN)
  • Completed at least three years’ experience in an acute care hospital
  • Prior experience in a discharge planning role (desirable)
  • Knowledge of and ability to implement contemporary discharge planning practices
  • Knowledge of and ability to access and coordinate available community services and supports (some on the job training provided)
  • Understanding of health fund contracts (desirable)
  • Advanced level of problem solving, prioritising and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work without direct supervision
  • Knowledge of and participation in Quality Improvement process
  • Sound computer skills

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

  • Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
  • Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
  • Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
  • Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
  • Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

  • Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
  • A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
  • A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

Additional Information

  • Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
  • According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at (insert site name). All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 14th July 2026

Reference number: JR113902

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.