Post Graduate Certificate, Emergency Nursing
Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
EBA - Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employer Agreement 2024-2028
Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
Req Id - 9581
Post Graduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing for 2027
- Exciting opportunity to undertake a 12-month postgraduate program in Advanced Clinical Nursing (Emergency) in collaboration with Monash University
- Build specialist knowledge and skills | Develop advanced clinical expertise and confidence in Emergency Nursing, supported by Barwon Health's Clinical Education Team
- Expand career opportunities | Gain a recognised qualification that can open doors to specialty roles, career progression and leadership opportunities
- Invest in your professional growth | Strengthen your practice, stay up to date with evidence-based care and make a greater impact on patient outcomes
About the role
The role of the emergency nurse is diverse and dynamic, providing consumer-centred, evidence-based care to patients presenting with a broad range of acute health needs. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, emergency nurses use clinical assessment, problem-solving and organisational skills to provide safe and effective patient care.
Emergency nurses play an integral role in establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and contributing to the ongoing assessment and management of patients throughout their Emergency Department journey.
Key responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality and consumer-centred nursing care to patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
- Undertake clinical assessment, prioritisation and ongoing management of patients with a broad range of acute health needs.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient care.
- Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, communicating effectively and compassionately throughout their Emergency Department journey.
- Apply evidence-based practice and contribute to a culture of safety, quality improvement and ongoing professional development.
What we're looking for
- Registered Nurse with minimum of 12 months emergency nursing experience
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to remain calm under pressure
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice
What the Program Offers
- A structured 12-month program, 64 hours per fortnight, temporary part time commencing January 2027
- Rotations through the Adult and Children’s Emergency Departments
- Dedicated clinical support and guidance from Clinical Support Nurses & Educators with onsite assessment of clinical competencies and hurdles
- Development of advanced clinical knowledge and skills required to care for patients with complex and critical presentations
- Opportunities to develop greater autonomy and confidence in emergency nursing practice
- Under the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Enterprise Agreement, eligible nurses and midwives are entitled to examination leave and study leave
Continued employment in this postgraduate nursing position is contingent upon the successful completion of all local clinical requirements and academic requirements associated with the affiliated University
About the service
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.
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive professional development opportunities
- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly 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
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact: Nursing & Midwifery Recruitment Team
Email: nmrt@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 5822
Application closing date: 9 October 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers page through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.