Discovery Program, Emergency Nursing (Grade 2)
Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
Req Id - 5917
Discovery Program : Emergency Nursing
Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health in Geelong, Victoria
- Enjoy a rewarding position in a supportive team environment!
- Enhance your career with the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria
- Enjoy work life balance in our stunning region with these multiple temporary part-time positions
About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About the facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
ED Department
Barwon Health ED is one of the largest regional health services in Victoria, providing care for approximately 80,000 emergency presentations per year. Under Barwon Health’s emergency model of care patients are streamed to dedicated assessment areas including fast track, adult, paediatric, resuscitation, trauma and mental health areas. Our mission is to improve access and patient flow to provide a sustainable service that ensures high quality, safe, people focused care. The emergency department also has short stay units to ensure consumers receive the right care, at the right place at the right time.
About the role
An exciting opportunity to complete a Discovery Program in Emergency nursing. The successful applicants will have acute nursing experience, excellent communication skills and a motivation to continued professional development. Multiple positions available with the Program commencing in February 2026.
Successful applicants will be supported with our well-established structured program.
The Program
The Emergency Discovery Program provides a 6-month supported clinical program to Registered Nurses Year 2 or above who have little or no experience in the speciality of emergency nursing. The aim of the program is to support the participant's development of foundation knowledge and clinical skills required to practice safely and effectively in the emergency department setting. Throughout the structured program specialist clinical educators and preceptors provide participants with clinical, educational and professional support.
The Discovery Program is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to:
- experience and practice emergency nursing in a supportive environment
- provide the foundation knowledge and skills required for working in emergency nursing
- gain competency in essential emergency clinical skills and develop skills in assessment and management of adult and paediatric emergency patients
- supernumerary orientation days
- three educational study days
The program will provide varied learning opportunities during which the participant can access, share and validate knowledge and will ensure development of core foundation skills and knowledge to enable safe delivery of care within the emergency department.
Key emergency nursing topic learning include
- management of the fast track patient
- cardiac monitoring and ECG analysis
- respiratory assessment and management
- management of the basic trauma patient
- advanced neurological assessment, toxicology
- advanced principles of fluid management
Participants will be supported by the Clinical support nurses to develop the necessary clinical skills whilst at the clinical face.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse with acute nursing experience
- Participants will be required to complete clinical hurdles, adult and paediatric patient assessments and a summative appraisal on completion of the program
About the culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
- Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
- Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes
To learn more about the region, click here.
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.
Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.
This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.
Contact: Nursing & Midwifery Recruitment Team
Email: nmrt@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 5822
Application closing date: 2nd, October 2025
Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply.
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