Looking for staff, renting a room or need to sell some medical equipment? Healthy North Coast runs free classified adverts for North Coast health professionals.
This page is promoted through our fortnightly newsletters and social media channels.
Please note that we only advertise classifieds for the North Coast NSW region (Tweed Heads to Port Macquarie).
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A vacancy for a casual/part time urological practice nurse is currently available at the Port Macquarie Urology Centre.
The Centre is a busy, vibrant and progressive practice with 3 urologists. The successful applicant will spend time working with each of them. It is anticipated that the position will initially involve 3 days per week with the hours being 8.30am to 5.30pm with the potential for the number of days to increase in the future. Remuneration will be in accordance with the Nurses Award.
Criteria: Registered Nurse preferably with urological nursing background or continence certificate (although not essential). Counselling experience would be beneficial.
Applications to Urology Nurse, Urology Centre, 3 Highfields Circuit, Port Macquarie 2444. Applications close 5pm on Friday 24 May, 2024.
Contact: [email protected] or 02 6581 3456
iThrive Occupational Therapt pty ltd now offers comprehensive on and off road OT driver assessments.
Assessments offered for clients who are aging, those who have an acquired medical condition that requires assessment (e.g. CVA) and those on the NDIS with intellectual or other disability (e.g. ASD, ID) requiring assessment and support for driving.
Fitness to drive medical form required from referring medical officer. A booking fee is required for all private paying clients.
please send to: [email protected] OR [email protected]
Contact Luisa (Driver Assessor # 0222585) on 0412790499.
ABN: 7655881609
Our busy practice is in need of an experienced medical receptionist to join our friendly team in Port Macquarie.
Experience with Best Practice software desirable but not essential.
Please contact Maryrose Burgess for further details. E: [email protected]
We are looking for an Allied Health Practitioner!
We are looking for an Allied Health Practitioner to rent our beautiful clinic studio in Central Port Macquarie. It is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Therapist to establish their own business while seamlessly complementing our existing Acupuncture clinic. The right candidate will receive patient referrals and some mentorship if needed.
Some of the room features include:
Full time – $1200/week gst
Part time – $85/day gst minimum 2 day commitment
Contact: [email protected] or 02 5590 0232
Join our GP Dream Team!
Position: General Practitioner (GP) Extraordinaire Location: Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
Are you ready to embark on a medical adventure like no other? Look no further! Our practice is seeking a passionate and dynamic GP to join our close-knit team.
Our practice is nestled in the heart of Port Macquarie, where dolphins wave hello during morning rounds. The salty breeze is our daily tonic.
You must be a qualified GP with a heart for primary care. Your medical degree is essential, but your compassion is non-negotiable.
Clear communication is key. Whether it’s explaining test results or comforting anxious parents, your words matter.
We’re not your average clinic. Our walls echo with laughter.
The team is warm, supportive, and ready to welcome you.
Contact Michelle on 02 5507 9600 or [email protected]
A vacancy for a casual/part time urological practice nurse is currently available at the Port Macquarie Urology Centre.
The Centre is a busy, vibrant and progressive practice with 3 urologists. The successful applicant will spend time working with each of them. It is anticipated that the position will initially involve 3 days per week with the hours being 8.30am to 5.30pm with the potential for the number of days to increase in the future. Remuneration will be in accordance with the Nurses Award.
Criteria: Registered Nurse preferably with urological nursing background or continence certificate (although not essential). Counselling experience would be beneficial.
Applications to Urology Nurse, Urology Centre, 3 Highfields Circuit, Port Macquarie 2444. Applications close 5pm on Friday 24 May, 2024.
Contact: [email protected] or 02 6581 3456
iThrive Occupational Therapt pty ltd now offers comprehensive on and off road OT driver assessments.
Assessments offered for clients who are aging, those who have an acquired medical condition that requires assessment (e.g. CVA) and those on the NDIS with intellectual or other disability (e.g. ASD, ID) requiring assessment and support for driving.
Fitness to drive medical form required from referring medical officer. A booking fee is required for all private paying clients.
please send to: [email protected] OR [email protected]
Contact Luisa (Driver Assessor # 0222585) on 0412790499.
ABN: 7655881609
Busy mixed billing clinic in the vibrant town of Coff’s Harbour in NSW.
Offering flexible hours, well-equipped facilities, and fantastic earnings potential.
Northside Health is a long-established medical practice offers the opportunity for an experienced GP who may be looking for a long-term option and place to settle. A DPA approved location and MM3, this would suit a VR GP, or a non-VR GP under the PEP or MDRAP programs. Must have general registration (supervision not available).
The clinic is modern, with 7 GPs, and with the support of full-time nursing staff and an excellent administrative team who are experts in clinical management, you have everything you need to practice varied and interesting medicine in a high demand clinic.
Additional advantages of working with us include:
For a confidential discussion please contact Angela Stavris at [email protected] or call 03 8840 4217.
Family Doctor Clinics are privately owned and have locations across 6 states in Australia. We are committed to the provision of comprehensive patient care by experienced General Practitioners and Allied Health Professionals who choose to work in our facilities. Our Health Professionals provide high quality medical care to their patients, and pride themselves on their services to the community.
Northside Health is currently looking to partner with Psychologists/Physiotherapists etc across the Coffs Coast who are interested in sharing in the care for our patients.
Our friendly clinical and admin teams will welcome you, schedule patient appointments, take payment and provide admin support.
Northside Health is located at the Jetty in Coffs Harbour NSW.
Enquire today about joining our Family!
Contact [email protected] or 02 6652 5322.
Our busy practice is in need of an experienced medical receptionist to join our friendly team in Port Macquarie.
Experience with Best Practice software desirable but not essential.
Please contact Maryrose Burgess for further details. E: [email protected]
We are looking for an Allied Health Practitioner!
We are looking for an Allied Health Practitioner to rent our beautiful clinic studio in Central Port Macquarie. It is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Therapist to establish their own business while seamlessly complementing our existing Acupuncture clinic. The right candidate will receive patient referrals and some mentorship if needed.
Some of the room features include:
Full time – $1200/week gst
Part time – $85/day gst minimum 2 day commitment
Contact: [email protected] or 02 5590 0232
Dr Ardash Aravind is a Geriatrician new to private practice in Coffs Harbour (Almeda Health Care) and has immediate vacancies.
Please screen your patients for any of the following conditions during your consultations.
Criteria for referral to Geriatric clinic:
Criteria for referral to General medical clinic:
Contact details:
Almeda Health Care
68 Albany Street, Coffs Harbour
[email protected]
Join our GP Dream Team!
Position: General Practitioner (GP) Extraordinaire Location: Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
Are you ready to embark on a medical adventure like no other? Look no further! Our practice is seeking a passionate and dynamic GP to join our close-knit team.
Our practice is nestled in the heart of Port Macquarie, where dolphins wave hello during morning rounds. The salty breeze is our daily tonic.
You must be a qualified GP with a heart for primary care. Your medical degree is essential, but your compassion is non-negotiable.
Clear communication is key. Whether it’s explaining test results or comforting anxious parents, your words matter.
We’re not your average clinic. Our walls echo with laughter.
The team is warm, supportive, and ready to welcome you.
Contact Michelle on 02 5507 9600 or [email protected]
Busy mixed billing clinic in the vibrant town of Coffs Harbour, NSW.
Offering flexible hours, well-equipped facilities, and fantastic earnings potential.
This long-established medical practice offers the opportunity for an experienced GP who may be looking for a long-term option and place to settle.
A DPA approved location and MM3, this would suit a VR GP, or a non-VR GP under the PEP or MDRAP programs. Must have general registration (supervision not available).
The clinic is modern, with 7 x GPs, and with the support of full-time nursing staff and an excellent administrative team who are experts in clinical management, you have everything you need to practice varied and interesting medicine in a high demand clinic.
Additional advantages of working with us include:
For a confidential discussion please contact Angela Stavris at [email protected] or call 03 8840 4217.
Beautiful consulting rooms available at the Coffs Harbour Jetty.
Would suit mental health worker of any kind – we welcome psychologists, counsellors, family therapists, mental health occupational therapists, social workers, dieticians, psychiatrists, and many more – if you provide health and mental health support in our community, then this is the place for you.
Clients love these spaces, and so will you.
Fully equipped rooms, lovely and peaceful therapeutic spaces. Natural light, plants and greenery, delicious cafes downstairs and a short walk to Jetty beach for your breaks.
Options available to just rent a room, rent the room in addition to administrative support (including referrals), or join the practice as a contractor.
This is a welcoming and collaborative space with numerous practitioners, who work for Harbour Therapy Clinic, Reflective Psychology, and their own private practices.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or if you would like to come have a look at what is available. Email: [email protected]
We provide care from pre-conception, all the way through pregnancy and during the postnatal period. We aim to help families transition safely and confidently into parenthood, and promote wellness for women during this time.
Our team is led by an experienced GP Obstetrician, Dr Kavipriya Soma, who has been practicing within the area for the last 10 years. Dr Soma is supported by qualified Endorsed Midwives, who also provide antenatal and postnatal care.
Athena Women’s Care Clinic strives to do our best to see you in a reasonable timeframe. Please book online, or call one of our friendly receptionists for booking and fee information.
The Macksville Medical Centre has consulting rooms and clinical spaces for lease – with the option of long, short or fixed term agreements.
All rooms are suitable for the provision of healthcare services, including use by GP’s, allied health providers, medical specialists, consulting practitioners or healthcare administrators.
Rooms range in options from vacant (unfitted) clinical spaces (operated independently of practice facilities and administration as a tenant only), through to fully furnished and fitted consulting rooms (under a service agreement with the provision of full administrative services and technical support managed by the facility).
If you hold industry qualifications and AHPRA registration (where applicable) and are looking to establish your operations or expand your reach – Macksville Medical Centre offers the opportunity to grow your services, reputation and patient base from a much sought after coastal location in regional NSW.
Clients are seeking the services of health professionals in all fields, with candidates holding the qualifications listed below strongly encouraged to submit an EOI.
Like to learn more? Contact Practice Manager, Casey Shorter.
Ph: 0435 117 883
Email: [email protected]
Providing consultancy services to the Mid North Coast.
‘Leading the future to achieve better health outcomes for us all’
Nurse-led clinics exist in a multitude of health care settings, both nationally and internationally. It is important to note that there is no standardised model of nurse-led clinics, although there are some features of nurse clinics which appear to be common across a number of models.
While the format of these clinics may vary, studies overwhelmingly show that nurse-led clinics result in improved health outcomes, shorted waiting times for patients and decreased rates of hospital admission. For areas of health workforce shortages and rural and remote areas with limited access to health care services nurse-led clinics can offer patients vital access to health advice and treatment.
The pressure on Australia’s primary health care services is rapidly increasing due to an ageing population, rising patient expectations and government reforms that are shifting care from hospitals to the community. This increased demand for health care services is resulting in a growing burden of health care costs. Greater use of the primary health care nursing workforce is vital if Australia is to successfully address these health issues. One of the ways in which these nurses can contribute to improved health outcomes and efficiencies is through their involvement in nurse-led clinics. Such clinics delivered in primary health care settings are an effective and efficient solution to reducing the burden of health care costs and shifting care to the more cost-effective community sector.
Contact me today if you would like me to assist your practice with setting up nurse-led care.
Bullinah is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service working towards our vision of a strong, healthy, and empowered Goori Community. The service is located in Ballina with outreach services to the Cabbage Tree Island Community and surrounding regions. Bullinah provides a full range of clinical support services and early intervention to the community.
We believe in fostering a nurturing work environment that promotes learning and growth. Our team of General Practitioners, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, nurses, reception staff, allied health team and visiting specialists including paediatric, psychiatry, optometry, podiatry and more, is supportive, collaborative, and always ready to lend a helping hand.
We have permanent and/or part time position available with flexibility of days. You would be employed as an employee and receive the benefits of associated leave allowances.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander General Practitioners are encouraged to apply.
For review of position description, enquiries and to discuss possibilities contact Melinda Johnston, Practice Manager on 0414291626 or [email protected].
Hi Team!
My name is Michelle, I am a Speech Pathologist who sees adults with acquired neurological conditions between Evans Head and Ocean Shores. I am seeking a room to offer sessions from Tuesday-Friday. The space needs to be accessible for wheelchair users.
I look forward to hearing from you!
SunDoctors is an organisation dedicated to the purpose of effectively diagnosing and treating skin cancer. Led by a talented and passionate team with our own specialised pathology laboratory we are the leader in our field and Australia’s fastest growing group of skin cancer clinics.
Be part of Australia’s largest provider of skin cancer diagnosis and treatment.
The culture of our practices is professional, in a relaxed and happy, down-to-earth environment.
We aim to provide a healthy work life balance for our staff. Administrative and operational support offered from support office so you can dedicate your focus in delivering exceptional customer service to our patients.
We are looking to recruit Enrolled Nurses in our thriving clinic. Your main objective in this role will be to provide assistance to the medical practitioners of the clinic and a high level of aftercare to the patients.
This role will be casual and offer up to 4 days per week with the potential for more work in the future as the clinic grows.
If you believe this opportunity is right for you or to make an enquiry, please submit your resume and your cover letter to [email protected]
An opportunity for a qualified Registered Nurse to join our busy team!
Successful applicant will be able to work as part of a family-friendly team in a fully computerised accredited busy general practice in beautiful Byron Bay.
The positions would include, but is not limited to; wound care, immunisations, spiro, ECG and general nursing duties in general practice. Experience with Health Assessments and GPMP would be an advantage.
Position would require approx. 4 days clinical nursing + relief. For the right applicant we would consider a job share position. Applicants should be enthusiastic and able to meet our high standards of patient care and perform a wide range of general nursing duties applicable to general practice. We offer the opportunity for further training. We are seeking someone looking for long term employment. Part of your salary package would include paid parking. Salary will be based on experience in general practice.
Please send your resume to [email protected]
Our AGPAL accredited Family Medical Practice is seeking a female GP to join our medical team, located in the heart of Byron Bay. With 5 practice owners practising alongside 8 associate GP / registrars, you are bound to enjoy all facets of general practice from a diverse patient demographics and expand your professional skills.
To excel in this role, you will possess exceptional clinical skills, a passion for delivering outstanding patient care, and a commitment to continuing professional development. Our aim is for you to enjoy a healthy work-life balance, with flexible working hours and a competitive remuneration package.
We are open to part time working hours that can be extended to full time employment in the future.
If you are looking at continuing your path in general practice in the beautiful beach side town of Byron Bay, Bay Centre Medical may just be your perfect fit.
Please contact our Practice Manager Karina Masterson on 02 66856206 or email [email protected]
Little Souls Wellness Centre is a multi-disciplinary Allied Health hub with offices in Tweed Heads and Bangalow. We provide a positive and warm environment where parents, children, and individuals feel supported and uplifted. We take a holistic, evidence-based, and collaborative approach to ensure every aspect of your treatment is tailored specifically to your needs.
Services offered: Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nutrition & Dietetics, and Tutoring.
iThrive Occupational Therapt pty ltd now offers comprehensive on and off road OT driver assessments.
Assessments offered for clients who are aging, those who have an acquired medical condition that requires assessment (e.g. CVA) and those on the NDIS with intellectual or other disability (e.g. ASD, ID) requiring assessment and support for driving.
Fitness to drive medical form required from referring medical officer. A booking fee is required for all private paying clients.
please send to: [email protected] OR [email protected]
Contact Luisa (Driver Assessor # 0222585) on 0412790499.
ABN: 7655881609
Consulting rooms available walking distance to Lismore Base Hospital.
Address: 44 Hunter Street, Lismore NSW 2480
Target audience:
Enquires:
Currently rooms partially occupied by an orthopaedic surgeon and visiting medical specialists.
We don’t accept 6 minute medicine. We spend time with our patients. We are a super fun and dynamic team of GP’s. VR GP DPA position. GP owned practice. We say NO to corporate medicine.
Click here for a virtual tour.
DPA position if needed.
Do you want to establish your General Practice here at Tweed Health for Everyone?
Our current practitioners share strong professional bonds, are education-driven and deliver quality patient care all in a state of the art purpose built facility.
Tweed Health for Everyone is an experienced and respected practice that is GP owned. We are not a corporate. We don’t accept 6 minute medicine. Don’t apply if that’s you.
Our GPs tell us:
We stand by our values…. community, loyalty, compassion and respect.
Expect 60% private billing and 40% BB with a strong, well run CDM program for your CDM patients.
Your books will be totally full from day one. Our GPs make really great income.
Housing is very affordable and there is a range of excellent public and private schools very close by.
Come work FT or PT and set your hours….. it totally up to you.
Shoot Dr Matt Cardone a text anytime to casually enquire: 0413566686.
I am a psychotherapist (Psychologist & MH Social Worker) working part-time (Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 9-5pm) in Lismore and looking for someone who might be interested in using the room on Mondays, Fridays and/or any of the other days. Half days would be considered. There is a consulting room and a waiting room.
I am at Suite 1A, 95 Molesworth Street, Lismore. The room is fully furnished. It would be rent + electricity usage.
Please call Karen Potter on 0438 389 829 if you are interested.
Bangalow Health and Wellbeing has room space becoming available from 1 April 2024.
These 2 rooms are light, furnished, comfortable and well appointed with full kitchen amenities, air con, wifi (including printer) and wheel chair access; one is for psychology, counselling, dietitian etc (no bed) the other is for physio, osteopathy, body work with an electric adjustable bed.
It is an established solo women’s health medical practice in Bangalow. You would be joining a committed and caring team: GP, pelvic floor physio and clinical psychologist.
Rooms are available for half day or full day.
Please call the practice 02 66872337 or email me, Dr Jane Reffell, directly: [email protected].
Company description
Central Pottsville Medical Centre believes healthcare should be free, therefore we are a bulk-billing practice. We are committed to customer service, community health, and professionalism. Practising for 10 years, we have a strong, loyal patient base and you can expect to hit the ground running with a full calendar. Come join a team of positive and passionate healthcare workers!
Role description
This is a full-time OR part-time on-site role for a General Practitioner at Central Pottsville Medical Centre in Pottsville, NSW. The General Practitioner will be responsible for providing primary care and family medicine services, conducting patient examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions. The role also entails collaborating with nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
You can work any hours between 8 am – 8 pm from Monday – Saturday. Enjoy a full reception staff to make your job easier, full nursing support to help you assist more patients, and a beach-town clinic for a dream lifestyle. Start-up bonus and first few months guarantees are considered for the right candidate.
Limited availability, please apply quickly to be considered.
Qualifications
Contact Aaron: [email protected] or 0401898248.
Maria Clinic is hiring full-time/part-time Registered Nurse.
Maria Clinc is a purpose-built practice in a beautiful town in the Northern Rivers region of NSW. Maria Clinic Casino has been established for over 10 years with an established patient base and professional rooms that can accommodate 6 GPs plus Allied Health and Pathology.
Located only 30km from Lismore, 45 minutes to the nearest beach, 140km to the Gold Coast and 75km to Byron Bay – opportunities are endless. A town of 12,000 people with an outlying rural population of 16-18,000.
Please contact 0434641015 or send your CV to [email protected].
Little Souls Wellness Centre is a multi-disciplinary Allied Health hub with offices in Tweed Heads and Bangalow. We provide a positive and warm environment where parents, children, and individuals feel supported and uplifted. We take a holistic, evidence-based, and collaborative approach to ensure every aspect of your treatment is tailored specifically to your needs.
Services offered: Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nutrition & Dietetics, and Tutoring.
We don’t accept 6 minute medicine. We spend time with our patients. We are a super fun and dynamic team of GP’s. VR GP DPA position. GP owned practice. We say NO to corporate medicine.
Click here for a virtual tour.
DPA position if needed.
Do you want to establish your General Practice here at Tweed Health for Everyone?
Our current practitioners share strong professional bonds, are education-driven and deliver quality patient care all in a state of the art purpose built facility.
Tweed Health for Everyone is an experienced and respected practice that is GP owned. We are not a corporate. We don’t accept 6 minute medicine. Don’t apply if that’s you.
Our GPs tell us:
We stand by our values…. community, loyalty, compassion and respect.
Expect 60% private billing and 40% BB with a strong, well run CDM program for your CDM patients.
Your books will be totally full from day one. Our GPs make really great income.
Housing is very affordable and there is a range of excellent public and private schools very close by.
Come work FT or PT and set your hours….. it totally up to you.
Shoot Dr Matt Cardone a text anytime to casually enquire: 0413566686.
Company description
Central Pottsville Medical Centre believes healthcare should be free, therefore we are a bulk-billing practice. We are committed to customer service, community health, and professionalism. Practising for 10 years, we have a strong, loyal patient base and you can expect to hit the ground running with a full calendar. Come join a team of positive and passionate healthcare workers!
Role description
This is a full-time OR part-time on-site role for a General Practitioner at Central Pottsville Medical Centre in Pottsville, NSW. The General Practitioner will be responsible for providing primary care and family medicine services, conducting patient examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions. The role also entails collaborating with nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
You can work any hours between 8 am – 8 pm from Monday – Saturday. Enjoy a full reception staff to make your job easier, full nursing support to help you assist more patients, and a beach-town clinic for a dream lifestyle. Start-up bonus and first few months guarantees are considered for the right candidate.
Limited availability, please apply quickly to be considered.
Qualifications
Contact Aaron: [email protected] or 0401898248.
Trans-Ax Health Care – Empowering Doctors
Tweed Heads, NSW location*
As a newly built Centre, new positions have become available at Tweed Mall Medical Centre.
An ideal doctor for the position would be an experienced General Practitioner with high energy that would be able to meet the consistent high demand whilst offering high quality medical care in Primary Health with full patient books from day one.
Offering:
We are open to doctors that would like flexibility in their days of work schedule. Potential earnings up to 600k + p.a. within the first 12 months depending on your preferences and availability. Check Earning Potential Calculator on our website. For a full-time commitment we would be open to discussing a relocation package.
* FRACGP or a clear pathway to Fellowship Required
About Trans-Ax Health Care
Trans-Ax Health Care is one of Australia’s fastest growing independent medical groups, with a focused presence in Canberra, ACT and expansions into New South Wales and Victoria.
Our experienced doctors offer primary medical health services to more than 150,000 patients every year. Our doctors are committed to the highest quality of patient care. With our ever-expanding network of clinics, we are looking for outstanding doctors to join our team at Tweed Mall Medical Centre.
Visit our website for further information: https://www.transaxhealthcare.com.au/medical-centres/tweed-mall/
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands across our region, and pay our respect to Elders past, present and on their journey. We recognise these lands were never ceded and acknowledge the continuation of culture and connection to the land, sky and sea. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Land’s first peoples and honour the rich diversity of the oldest living cultures.
Strategic Priority Area: One team
North Coast is identified as the region most likely to be impacted by climate change in Australia and also forecasted greatest growth in those 65+.
Healthy North Coast takes a lead role in ensuring the older population and the sector that supports them are prepared for, can respond to and recover from disasters and other emergencies.
We have led eight regional disaster management capacity building workshops, bringing together SES, community organisations and the aged care sector.
We have also developed disaster preparedness tip sheets for both residential and community aged care providers.
Strategic Priority Area: One team
In May 2022, the NSW Parliament passed the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2022. Effective from Tuesday, 28 November 2023, eligible people have the choice to access voluntary assisted dying.
Healthy North Coast has developed a webpage for both health professionals and consumers, with links to available information and resources.
Strategic Priority Area: No one is left behind
Healthy North Coast has worked with people living with dementia, their families and local service providers to develop an information booklet that will help them connect with local and national supports along their journey.
The booklet includes commonly asked questions for people to ask their GP and/or specialist.
The resource is available in digital and printed copies, with more than 5,000 distributed across the region. An e-version is available to clinicians via the Dementia and Cognitive Impairment HealthPathway.
Strategic Priority Area: One team
The Deteriorating Resident Response Tool (DRRT) has been developed to guide RN’s in Residential Aged Care homes (RACHs) to better understand, anticipate and make clinical decisions responding to the deteriorating health of residents.
The objective of the DRRT is to give RACH staff clear information to triage and provide appropriate care for a range of residents’ health conditions, and, in turn, prevent unnecessary presentations to ED.
The tool has been designed together with a specialist geriatrician, consulting with stakeholders such as Residential Aged Care Managers, NSW Ambulance, GPs, and experts from Mid and North Coast LHDs.
The pilot commences in March with four participating RACHs. Evaluation measures will include effectiveness in building RN confidence and reported reduction in unnecessary hospitalisations. Findings will inform a future planned, region-wide implementation.
Strategic Priority Area: No one is left behind
The Care Finders program is a free region-wide service to support vulnerable older people who have no-one else to help them, to learn about, apply for and set up support services.
Care finders can help people understand what aged care services are available, set up an assessment, and find and choose services. They also help people with access to other supports in the community, both accessing services for the first time and changing or finding new services and supports.
On the North Coast, Healthy North Coast has commissioned four organisations to provide this important service: EACH, Carexcell, Lifetime Connect and Footprints.
Strategic Priority Area: Improving Lives Now
Healthy North Coast commissions two service providers to deliver psychological therapies and supports for older people with, or at risk of developing, a mental illness and who are living in residential aged care homes (RACHs).
The aim of the program is to both provide direct support to residents and their families and carers, as well as upskill the RACH workforce to respond to the needs of residents presenting with mental health concerns.
Strategic Priority Area: Securing a Healthier Future
Delivered by Feros Care, the Healthy Me, Healthy Community program aims to build individual and community connections to reduce loneliness and improve wellbeing in Port Macquarie.
The program helps people to connect with community, activities, supports and services that address their broader social determinants of health, as an alternative or supplement to a clinical approach.
Strategic Priority Area: Improving Lives Now
Timely access to primary health care professionals, whether through face-to-face consultation or telehealth, is recognised as an issue for many Residential Aged Care Homes (RACHs), that in some cases can lead to potentially preventable hospitalisations. RACHs require adequate telehealth facilities to support access to virtual consultations for their residents.
Project goals
Strategic Priority Area: Improving Lives Now
Aims to provide people who have life limiting conditions the opportunity to exercise choice and receive high quality care at home, harnessing improved and better coordinated supports and services that meet their individual needs.
Program objectives:
These objectives will contribute to achieving the following intended overarching outcomes of:
Funding is open to all primary care providers within disaster affected communities across the Healthy North Coast footprint.
Workforce Locum support and R&R funding criteria
Wellbeing Flexible Funding Criteria & Eligibility
| *Team Size (Total staff and contractors) | Funding Available |
| Small (1-5) | $500-$1500 |
| Medium (6-20) | $1500-$4000 |
| Large (>20) | $4000-$5000 |
