Post Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Nursing
Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
Req Id - 9591
Post Graduate Certificate Paediatric Nursing for 2027
- Build specialist knowledge and skills | Develop advanced clinical expertise and confidence in your chosen area of 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
Join our Heath Wing 3 team as a Registered Nurse (Grade 2), providing high-quality, patient-centred care to paediatric patients. You’ll use your clinical assessment and nursing skills to support children and their families throughout their care journey, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes.
This is an opportunity to develop your paediatric nursing expertise within a supportive team environment while contributing to safe, evidence-based care and a positive patient and family experience.
Key responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality and patient-centred nursing care to paediatric patients
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care using evidence-based nursing practice
- Establish effective communication with children, families and the multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care
- Monitor patient needs and respond appropriately to changes in clinical condition
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in accordance with clinical, legal and regulatory requirements
- Contribute to quality improvement, audits, safety initiatives and a positive team culture
What we’re looking for
- Registered Nurse with minimum of 2 years acute nursing experience
- Previous paediatric nursing experience is desirable
- 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
- 12 Months: 64 hrs per fortnight, temporary part-time positions – commencing Jan 2027
- In affiliation with the Univerisity of Melbourne
- Opportunities to develop advanced clinical skills and knowledge required to care for pediatric patients within our Paediatric Unit on Heath Wing Level 3
- Education and clinical support provided by the dedicated Paediatric services education team.
- Eligible nurses and midwives are entitled to examination leave and study leave under the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Enterprise Agreement.
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
University Hospital Geelong’s Children’s Ward is a welcoming, 28-bed general paediatric unit caring for infants, children and adolescents with a range of medical and surgical conditions. Our dedicated multidisciplinary team provides safe, compassionate and family-centered care, supporting children and their families throughout their hospital journey.
Barwon Health is excited to announce the development of a new Women’s and Children’s Tower, a significant addition that will enhance our paediatric, maternity, and neonatal services. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to accommodate future growth and expand our capacity, ensuring that families in Geelong and the surrounding communities receive the highest standard of care right in their local area. The new tower will provide advanced, specialised services for women and children, reinforcing our commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare close to home.
- 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
Advertising closing date: 25 September 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.