Post Graduate Diploma in Critical Care, Cardiac Nursing 2027
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 - 9601
Post Graduate Diploma in Critical Care: Cardiac 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
An exciting opportunity to complete the Post Graduate Diploma of Nursing: Cardiac Care, in affiliation with La Trobe University. The successful applicants will have cardiac nursing experience, excellent communication skills and a motivation to continued professional development.
Successful applicants will be supported with our well-established structured program and will develop the advanced clinical skills and knowledge required to care for complex cardiac patients. Applicants will work autonomously whilst being part of a supportive team
Key responsibilities
- Manage acute and life-threatening conditions in a dynamic environment
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, paramedics, and allied health staff
- Administer medications and treatments safely and effectively
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold patient safety standards
- Support patients and families with empathy, clarity, and professionalism
- Contribute to quality improvement, education, and professional development activities
What we’re looking for
- Registered Nurse with minimum of 2 years acute nursing experience
- Previous cardiac 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
- In affiliation with La Trobe University
- Eligible nurses and midwives are entitled to examination leave and study leave under the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Enterprise Agreement.
- Rotations to ICU, Cardiac theatre, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory
- Education and clinical support provided by the dedicated Cardiac education team throughout the program
About the Service
Bellarine Centre 5 is a 34-bed combined Cardiology and Cardiothoracic unit which consists of 6 coronary care, 18 cardiology and 10 cardiothoracic beds. The cardiology service operates a 24-hour emergency STEMI service, along with the complete range of diagnostic, medical and interventional cardiology
Key learnings include:
- Advanced electrocardiography
- Complex pharmacological management
- Arrhythmia interventions including advanced pacing concepts
- Post-operative cardiothoracic surgery
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
- 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
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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
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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.