Expression of Interest: Practice nurse to join our General Practice Expert Advisory Group

⁠⁠⁠North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) is seeking a practice nurse from the local government areas of Darebin, Hume or Macedon Ranges to join its General Practice Expert Advisory Group (GPEAG).

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about improving patient care and health service delivery
• is committed to driving health reform
• is interested in innovation and change in practice
• embraces the principles of safe, coordinated, accessible and person-centred care
• is willing to share, collaborate and inspire others
• understands the population health needs of the region.

For this role, you do not need previous experience in clinical leadership, advisory groups, or primary health networks. Nurses who are new to practice, emerging leaders, or who have already worked with NWMPHN are all encouraged to apply.

The General Practice Expert Advisory Group

The GPEAG comprises nine people, being a general practitioner, practice nurse and practice manager from each of the central, north and western parts of the NWMPHN catchment area. The group provides guidance to ensure that primary health care improvement activities reflect the needs and preferences of health professionals working in the region.

NWMPHN consults with GPEAG about:

• reforms and implementation challenges, opportunities and enablers
• general practice priorities and workforce development
• quality improvement program design and implementation
• NWMPHN programs engaging general practice
• resource development and education and training.

Your role as a member of GPEAG

You will be expected to:

• attend four meetings a year, on a weekday between 6pm and 8pm
• contribute your professional opinion and advice
• contribute effectively to the items presented for discussion and feedback
• complete any pre-reading before attending meetings.

Two meetings will be face-to-face and two will be virtual, using Microsoft Teams. Face-to-face meetings are held at the NWMPHN office in Docklands. The initial term of membership is 12 months with the option to renew for up to three years.