Job Description

Transition to Specialty Practice, Heath Wing 4, Acute General Surgical Unit in 2027

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Job Category -Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)

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Transition to Specialty Practice, Heath Wing 4, Acute General Surgical Unit for 2027

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- Launch your specialty nursing career | Gain hands-on experience in Heath Wing 4 – Acute General Surgical Unit through structured and dedicated clinical support
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- Learn, grow and build confidence | Access tailored study days, expert guidance and a supportive environment designed to help you thrive
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- Invest in your future | Complete a structured program with an end-of-program assessment, building valuable skills and opening the door to exciting career opportunities in oncology nursing
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About the role

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Join the nursing team on Heath Wing 4 as a Registered Nurse and provide high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centred care in a collaborative clinical workplace. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will build therapeutic relationships with patients and their families while contributing to positive patient outcomes and a safe, supportive team culture.

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Key responsibilities

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- Deliver safe, high-quality and evidence-based nursing care in line with qualified standards and Barwon Health requirements.
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- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in collaboration with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
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- Establish effective communication with patients, families and healthcare professionals to support quality and continuity of care.
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- Contribute to safety, quality improvement, audits and service initiatives within the clinical area.
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- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation and comply with relevant clinical, regulatory and information management requirements.
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- Support the learning and development of colleagues and students by sharing your skills and knowledge.
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- Maintain professional registration, mandatory training and ongoing continuing professional development.
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What we're looking for

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- Registered Nurse with minimum of 12 months acute nursing experience at the commencement of program
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- Motivated and committed to building knowledge and clinical confidence Effective communication, willingness to embrace feedback and work collaboratively to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.
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- Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice
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What the Program Offers

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- Temporary part time, 64Hrs/fortnight, commencing January 2027 (12-months opportunity)
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- A structured introduction to gain experience caring for acute general surgical patients across the inpatient ward.
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- Dedicated clinical support and guidance
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- Several targeted study and education days
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- Opportunities to build specialist nursing knowledge and skills
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- An end-of-program assessment to consolidate your learning and development
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About the service

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Heath wing 4 is a 20-bed Acute Surgical ward that specialises in caring for patients undergoing emergency procedures and providing pre- and post-operative care. This ward encompasses a range of specialties that require fast-paced interventions for a range of conditions.

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- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
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- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
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- Attractive salary packaging benefitsn n
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
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- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
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Child safety

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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

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- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
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Contact: Nursing & Midwifery Recruitment Team

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Email: [email protected]

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Phone: (03) 4215 5822

📌 Transition to Specialty Practice, Heath Wing 4, Acute General Surgical Unit in 2027 (North Geelong)
🏢 Colac Area Health
📍 North Geelong