Registered Nurse - Day Surgery Unit
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 64
Classification - Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 : RN Grade 2
Job Category - RN Div1 / Day Surgery Unit
Req Id - 9983
REGISTERED NURSE - DAY SURGERY UNIT
up to 64 hours per fortnight
Join Our Team
An exciting opportunity exists to join Colac Area Health as a Registered Nurse within the Day Surgery Unit.
In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality services and support positive outcomes for our patients, residents, clients, staff, and community. Working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, you will provide professional expertise, coordination, and support while contributing to continuous improvement and service excellence.
About Us
Situated just 150 kilometres south-west of Melbourne at the gateway to the stunning Otway Ranges, Great Ocean Road and Surf Coast, Colac Area Health (CAH) provides integrated healthcare services to more than 30,000 people across Colac Otway, Corangamite and Surf Coast Shires.
With more than 500 employees, CAH delivers a broad range of services including:
- Acute and Medical Services
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Aged Care Services
- Community and Allied Health Services
- Corporate Services
- Support Services
At Colac Area Health, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and creating a workplace where our staff can thrive.
About the Role
Reporting to Nurse Unit Manager, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of services within the Perioperative Services team.
This position is responsible for delivering a standard of nursing care commensurate with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). To provide a framework for clinical practice by having a sound knowledge of Colac Area Health’s policies, procedures and guidelines. Provide compassion, empathy and understanding to patients and their families. Maintain a professional appearance and approach to the role at all times and convey those qualities to others. Be an effective and supportive team member. Ensure confidentiality of patient information.
The successful applicant will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient service delivery, maintain high professional standards, and contribute to organisational priorities and objectives.
About You
You are a motivated and proactive professional with excellent organisational and communication skills. You enjoy working collaboratively, thrive in a dynamic environment, and take pride in delivering high-quality outcomes.
What We're Looking For
- Current registration with AHPRA
- Specific qualifications and/or experience in Perioperative Nursing
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to organise work in a systematic, accurate and timely manner and be flexible in a changing environment
- Demonstrated skills in teamwork, leadership and patient advocacy
- Postgraduate qualifications in Perioperative Nursing or a commitment to work towards
- Ability to participate in the after hours on call roster
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Completion of recognised Graduate Program.
- Postgraduate qualifications in a particular clinical area or a willingness to work towards.
- Current certification in ALS.
Why Join Colac Area Health?
We value our people and offer a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and work-life balance.
Benefits Include
- Comprehensive organisational orientation and department induction.
- Attractive salary packaging benefits.
- Ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Active Social Club.
- Access to research support through the CAH Research Unit and the Western Alliance Academic Health Science Centre.
- A supportive, inclusive, and values-driven workplace culture.
To learn more about our vibrant community and region, visit Discover Colac Otway.
Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety
Colac Area Health celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and individuals of all ages, identities, and experiences.
Colac Area Health is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people and proudly upholds the Victorian Child Safe Standards. National Criminal Record Checks and Working With Children Checks (WWCC) are required to be submitted on request through the recruitment process. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process to support equitable participation.
Apply Now
To apply, visit: https://peopleplus.swarh.vic.gov.au/CAH
Join Colac Area Health and help make a positive difference in the lives of our community.
This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2026 influenza vaccination.
Contact person: Jane Wilkeson
Email: jwilkeson@cah.vic.gov.au
Phone: (03) 5232 5215
Application closing date: Thursday 12 November 2026
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