Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Home Dialysis Unit
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 64
Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
Req Id - 9184
- Make a difference through person-centred care and meaningful patient relationships
- Grow your clinical practice while working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes
- Permanent part time opportunity (64 hours per fortnight)
About the role
The Home Dialysis Unit is seeking skilled registered nurses with experience in peritoneal dialysis or haemodialysis with a passion for patient education to join our team on a permanent part time basis.
The Home Dialysis Unit are committed to the education care and support of patients to perform dialysis in their own home. Our team is dedicated to creating a compassionate and supportive environment for both our patients and staff. We believe in continuous improvement and professional development ensuring our team members have the resources and support they need to excel.
The Home Dialysis Unit offers dialysis care, education and support for patients undertaking Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) and Nocturnal Home Haemodialysis (NHHD) in their own home. Education is provided in the Home Dialysis Unit as well as via home visits to the patient’s home.
The Home Dialysis Unit operates Monday to Friday 0800-1600. A rostered telephone on call service is provided 2000-0800 Monday to Friday and 24hrs on Weekends.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, high-quality, consumer-centred care using evidence-based practice and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team
- Promote safety, quality and continuous improvement by participating in audits, service improvement initiatives, incident reporting and fostering a positive team culture
- Maintain professional standards and accurate patient records through ongoing professional development, mandatory training, effective use of IT systems and compliance with relevant nursing, legal and regulatory requirements
What we’re looking for
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, with a recognised nursing degree and minimum 12 months’ acute nursing experience
- Demonstrated clinical and organisational skills, including the ability to work independently, assess and problem-solve, communicate effectively and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong interest in renal nursing and supporting patients at home, with flexibility to participate in on-call rostering. Renal nursing or dialysis experience is desirable
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
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Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
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A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
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Extensive professional development opportunities
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Attractive salary packaging benefits
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Living expenses capped at $9,010
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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:
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Satisfactory Police Record Check
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Immunisation Status Clearance
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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 person: Richard Knight
Email: richard.knight@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 3603
Application closing date: 3 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.