Transition to Specialty Practice, Heath Wing 4, Acute General Surgical Unit in 2027

Transition to Specialty Practice, Heath Wing 4, Acute General Surgical Unit  for 2027

• Launch your specialty nursing career | Gain hands-on experience in Heath Wing 4 – Acute General Surgical Unit through structured and dedicated clinical support
• Learn, grow and build confidence | Access tailored study days, expert guidance and a supportive environment designed to help you thrive
• Invest in your future | Complete a structured program with an end-of-program assessment, building valuable skills and opening the door to exciting career opportunities in oncology nursing

About the role

Join the nursing team on Heath Wing 4 as a Registered Nurse and provide high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centred care in a collaborative clinical environment. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will build therapeutic relationships with patients and their families while contributing to positive patient outcomes and a safe, supportive team culture.

Key responsibilities 

• Deliver safe, high-quality and evidence-based nursing care in line with professional standards and Barwon Health requirements.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in collaboration with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Establish effective communication with patients, families and healthcare professionals to support quality and continuity of care.
• Contribute to safety, quality improvement, audits and service initiatives within the clinical area.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation and comply with relevant clinical, regulatory and information management requirements.
• Support the learning and development of colleagues and students by sharing your skills and knowledge.
• Maintain professional registration, mandatory training and ongoing continuing professional development.

What we're looking for   

• Registered Nurse with minimum of 12 months acute nursing experience at the commencement of program  
• Motivated and committed to building knowledge and clinical confidence    Effective communication, willingness to embrace feedback and work collaboratively to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice   

About the service   

Heath wing 4 is a 20-bed Acute Surgical ward that specialises in caring for patients undergoing emergency procedures and providing pre- and post-operative care. This ward encompasses a range of specialties that require fast-paced interventions for a range of conditions. 

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

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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.