Company Description
Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation.
Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.
We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions.
Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.
Orthopaedic Registered Nurse | Epworth Richmond
Exciting prospect for Orthopaedic Registered Nurses to join Epworth Richmond, delivering high-quality surgical care within one of Australia's leading joint replacement services.
Join a high-performing surgical team supporting patients through recovery, mobility, and independence.
About The Role
In this role, based at Epworth Richmond, you will work within our dedicated Orthopaedic wards delivering high-quality, evidence-based care across the full patient journey—from pre-operative assessment through to rehabilitation and discharge.
You will care for patients undergoing:
Total hip and knee replacements
Revision joint surgery
Shoulder, spinal and trauma-related procedures
Pre- and post-operative surgical care
Our Orthopaedic Wards
You'll work across our specialised surgical units:
6 LEE – 35 beds
5 LEE – 37 beds
3BE/4BE – 35 beds combined
We support thousands of patients each year through:
4,000+ joint replacements
1,100+ trauma admissions
A diverse mix of elective and acute surgical care
What You'll Bring
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Strong surgical nursing foundations
Orthopaedic experience (preferred, but not essential – we'll support you to grow!)
A collaborative, safety-focused approach
A passion for helping patients recover, regain mobility, and return to what they love
Qualifications
About You
AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Strong acute or surgical nursing experience
Orthopaedic experience desirable (training supported)
Passion for supporting patient recovery and mobility




Team-focused with a strong commitment to patient safety
Commitment to safety, quality and continuous learning
You'll be part of collaborative teams delivering holistic, patient-centred care from admission through to discharge.
About Epworth Richmond
Position Description Inherent Requirements
Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside highly skilled practitioners in all areas.
You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience, and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialities, treatment options and the latest in technology.
Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities, and technologies.
Why Join Orthopaedics at Epworth?
One of the largest joint replacement centres in the Asia-Pacific
Work across high-volume elective and trauma caseloads
Be part of a supportive, team-based nursing model
Dedicated Orthopaedic educators and clinical support
A values-driven culture where every patient matters
Nursing and Midwifery Education at Epworth – The Brookes Academy
Exclusive to Epworth nurses and midwives, the Brookes Academy is dedicated to cultivating, nurturing, and fostering the development of future nursing talent to support the needs of the Victorian community.
Our purpose-built facility is set to open early next year, providing a modern, state-of-the-art learning environment.
The Academy will support your growth and career excellence if you are an Epworth EN, RN or midwife, offering innovative learning pathways across clinical practice, leadership, education and research and innovation.
Epworth launched the Academy to empower our dedicated nurses and midwives, enabling them to achieve excellence in their respective fields, ensuring Epworth can continue to deliver exceptional patient experience and outcomes.




Thanks to the generosity of Epworth Medical Foundation donors, all Brookes Academy programs and courses are provided free of charge to Epworth employees.
At Epworth, it's a community.
It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters.
In addition to this, you will have access to:
Salary package up to AU$15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates
Salary and Entitlements
The annual salary for a full time Registered Nurse – AUD $85,732 – $107,669 + super + entitlements depending on registration type, year level and position (prorated for part-time).
Employment Conditions & EEO Statement
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values.
We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in.
At Epworth, we care.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.
If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently.
We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.
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📌 Registered Nurse - Orthopaedics (Melbourne)
🏢 Epworth
📍 Melbourne