Employment Type - Permanent Part Time; Temporary Part Time

Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)

Req Id - 9284 Join a supportive Paediatric Services team committed to delivering safe, high-quality, family-centred care

Be supported through education, mentoring and professional development opportunities

Permanent and temporary part time positions available About the role

Exciting opportunities are available for Registered Nurses to join our Children's ward, with both permanent and temporary positions available.

Working as part of a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide safe, timely and high-quality nursing care to children and adolescents with a range of acute and complex health needs. You will work closely with children, their families and carers to deliver compassionate, family-centred care and support the best possible outcomes for every child.

You will be supported to build your confidence and capability in paediatric nursing, with opportunities to work alongside experienced clinicians and further develop your clinical skills in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Key responsibilities Provide safe, evidence-based and family-centred nursing care to infants, children and adolescents

Work collaboratively with children, families and carers, medical, nursing and allied health professionals

Undertake comprehensive nursing assessments and recognise, respond to and escalate changes in a child’s condition

Develop, implement and evaluate individualised plans of care in partnership with children and their families

Provide education,



support and reassurance to children and their families throughout their hospital journey

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement and patient safety What we’re looking for Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Minimum 12 months paediatric nursing experience

Strong communication, assessment and clinical decision-making skills A motivated team member with an interest in paediatric nursing and caring for children and their families 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 career development opportunities

Attractive salary packaging benefits Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here 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 [email protected] All appointments are subject to: Satisfactory Police Record Check

Immunisation Status Clearance

Working with Children Check 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: [email protected]

Phone: (03) 4215 5822 Application closing date: 24 August 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 page 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.

📌 Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Children's Ward (Newtown)
🏢 Barwon South West
📍 Newtown