Post Graduate Certificate in ICU for ****
Exciting opportunity to undertake a 12-month postgraduate program in Advanced Clinical Nursing (Intensive Care Unit) in collaboration with Deakin University
Build specialist knowledge and skills | Develop advanced clinical expertise and confidence in Intensive Care Nursing, supported by Barwon Health's Clinical Education Team
Expand career opportunities | Gain a recognised qualification that can open doors to specialty roles, career progression and leadership opportunities
Invest in your professional growth | Strengthen your practice, stay up to date with evidence-based care and make a greater impact on patient outcomes
About the role
The role of the intensive care nurse is specialised and collaborative, providing consumer-centred, evidence-based care to critically ill patients with complex and rapidly changing clinical needs.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, intensive care nurses use advanced assessment, problem-solving and reasoning skills to provide safe and effective patient care.
Intensive care nurses play an integral role in establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and contributing to the ongoing assessment, planning and evaluation of care throughout the patient's journey.
Key responsibilities
Deliver safe, high-quality and evidence-based care to patients within the Intensive Care Unit
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in collaboration with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team
Maintain effective communication and therapeutic relationships with patients, families and healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes
Contribute to safety, quality improvement, audits and service initiatives within the Intensive Care Unit
Maintain accurate patient documentation, professional competence,



mandatory training and ongoing continuing professional development
What we are looking for
Registered Nurse with minimum of 2 years acute medical and/or surgical nursing experience
Previous HDU, ICU and/or Emergency nursing experience desirable
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice
What the Program Offers
A structured 12-month program, 64 hours per fortnight, temporary part time commencing January ****
Develop advanced clinical knowledge and skills required to care for critically ill patients within the Intensive Care Unit
Build on your existing acute nursing experience and develop your practice within a contemporary and well-equipped ICU
Dedicated clinical support and guidance from Clinical Support Nurses & Educators with onsite assessment of clinical competencies and hurdles
A supportive environment that encourages leadership, professional development and embracing chang
Continued employment in this postgraduate nursing position is contingent upon the successful completion of all local clinical requirements and academic requirements associated with the affiliated University
About the service
Barwon Health Intensive Care Unit is a regional tertiary critical care service providing comprehensive care to critically ill adult patients from Geelong and the surrounding areas.
As part of University Hospital Geelong, the ICU delivers advanced medical, surgical and specialty critical care within a modern,



multidisciplinary environment, supporting patients with complex and life-threatening conditions while fostering a strong culture of education, research and clinical excellence.
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.
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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 (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.

📌 Post Graduate Certificate In Intensive Care Unit 2027 (Western Australia)
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Western Australia