Registered Nurse (Grade 2) Inpatient Cardiac Services
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time; Casual; Permanent Full Time; Temporary Full Time; Temporary Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 0
Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
Req Id - 7909
Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health
- Work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team in a highly specialised unit
- Provide integrated care for patients presenting with a range of cardiac conditions
- Permanent and temporary, part time and casual positions available
About the role
Join our expanding team at Barwon Health and embark on a rewarding journey in cardiac specialty services. We are actively seeking skilled and experienced Registered Nurses with a background in critical care and/or cardiothoracic nursing to take on new challenges within our dynamic healthcare environment.
As part of our dedicated team, you will utilise your demonstrated clinical expertise to deliver exceptional patient-centered care across our comprehensive range of cardiac services. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of care for our community, and we welcome individuals who share our passion for excellence.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to cardiac patients, including pre and post procedure care
- Monitor patients with acute an chronic cardiovascular conditions
- Interpret ECGs and monitor vital signs, responding promptly to changes
- Educate patients and families on heart health, treatment plans and lifestyle modifications
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Collaborate effectively with medical staff and allied health professionals
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience in critical care or cardiothoracic nursing within an acute/critical care setting
- A postgraduate certificate in critical care or cardiac nursing
- Flexibility to adapt to rotating rosters to meet unit demands
- Exceptional communication skills, adept time management, and a commitment to evidence-based holistic patient care tailored to cardiac specialty services
Bellarine Centre 5 (BC5) is a 34-bed combined Cardiac service that consists of critical care, cardiothoracic and cardiology beds.
Barwon Health’s Cardiac Services covers the complete range of diagnostic and interventional Cardiology, including a 24-hour emergency STEMI Service. The Cardiothoracic Unit performs a wide range of bypass graft, valve repair/replacement and Bental’s, complex thoracic surgery including pneumonectomies, lobectomies and wedge resections.
- 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: 26, April 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 cage 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.