Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Surgical Specialist Clinics

Employment Type -  Temporary Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 48 

Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)

Req Id - 8910 

• Extend your skillset in a supportive and dynamic environment | Ongoing training and professional development
• Job security & diversity plus ongoing opportunities at a leading organisation | supported work environment  
• Temporary part time position 48 hours per fortnight (Parental Leave) | 5 weeks leave | salary packaging | salary review period  

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and experienced Registered Nurse to join our busy Surgical Specialist Clinics. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside a team of highly skilled surgeons and healthcare professionals, providing exceptional patient care in a modern outpatient setting.

As a key member of our clinical team, you will support patients throughout their surgical journey—from initial consultations and pre-operative assessments through to post-operative follow-up and education.

 Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred nursing care within specialist surgical clinics.
• Assist surgeons during outpatient consultations and minor procedures.
• Conduct patient assessments, observations, and clinical documentation.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative education and support to patients and their families.
• Coordinate patient care, referrals, investigations, and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms and clinical equipment.
• Ensure infection prevention and control standards are maintained.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, administrative staff, allied health professionals, and external healthcare providers.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and maintain compliance with relevant policies and accreditation standards.

What we're looking for

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated clinical experience, preferably in surgical, perioperative, outpatient, or specialist consulting environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team.
• Sound clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.

Position Description

Barwon Health staff benefits

• 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

Diversity and inclusion

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 person: Kristen Clark
Email: kristen.grass@barwonhealth.org.au

Application closing date: 27 July 2026