Registered Nurse | Medical & Surgical Ward (svha)

Job Description

Job Description:

Join an Organisation where we Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; and Strive for Something Greater!

ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team at St Vincents Private Werribee - Medical & Surgical Ward on a fixed-term basis, covering maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment where patient care is our priority.

We are offering both full-time and part-time positions, fixed term until February 2026, to accommodate your availability. There may be an opportunity to extend beyond the fixed term due to ongoing expansion within the hospital. As part of our growing team, you will play an integral role in delivering high-quality nursing care across a range of specialties.

About WARD 1:

Ward 1 is a 32-bed unit that provides care for both medical and surgical patients. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of patients, including those with

WHY WORK FOR SVPHM:

You will join a high performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We value our staff and offer professional advancement in a respectful, collaborative and learning environment.

• Join the St Vincent’s Health Australia Group, and work for a truly values based organisation, who operate across VIC, NSW and QLD
• Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take home pay!)
• Gain access to discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Option to join our workplace giving program, Give4Good
• A great work life balance with options to purchase additional leave
• Receive a staff discount on hospital admissions to any SVHA Private Hospital

ABOUT YOU:

As an outstanding Registered Nurse, you are a master at delivering exceptional patient care and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the best outcomes for your patients.

Your skills will include:

• Post-operative nursing experience, ensuring safe and effective care for patients recovering from surgery.

• Orthopedic nursing experience, with expertise in managing musculoskeletal conditions and surgical interventions.

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills to ensure optimal patient care.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, helping you to build rapport with patients and colleagues alike.

• Cardiac nursing experience (desired), with the ability to care for patients with heart conditions and post-cardiac procedures.

• A commitment to continuous professional development, staying updated on the latest healthcare practices and innovations.

• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, ensuring patients' needs are met efficiently.

ADDITIONAL REQUIRMENT:

• Must be willing to work a rotating roster of AM, PM, and ND shifts, ensuring flexibility to meet the needs of the department.

ABOUT ST VINCENTS PRIVATE HOSPITAL MELBOURNE

Our experienced team of clinical professionals, care givers and support staff are equipped to provide the highest level of therapeutic, medical and surgical services. We work together to ensure patient safety, well-being and recovery. We are a not for profit Catholic private hospital which operates across four sites at Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee.

APPLY NOW!

If this is the role for you, please hit the APPLY button now! Your application must include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke free work environment.

St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au.

REQUIREMENTS:

Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role.

SVPHM has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. You are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which, depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

SVHA generally requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

HAVE A QUESTION AND WANT TO KNOW MORE:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please contact Melissa Masson - Nurse Unit Manager for a confidential discussion on 03 9218 8293.

CLOSING DATE:

*Please note this job advertisement will close at Midnight the day before the closing date listed.

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Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

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