Job Description
St John of God Bendigo Hospital
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St John of God Bendigo Hospital is a leading private hospital in regional Victoria, providing high-quality care across a comprehensive range of medical and surgical specialties. With 167 beds, up-to-date facilities and advanced surgical technology, including robotic-assisted surgery, the hospital provides an excellent environment for nurses to develop their clinical expertise alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams.
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St John of God Bendigo Hospital
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St John of God Bendigo Hospital is a leading private hospital in regional Victoria, providing high-quality care across a comprehensive range of medical and surgical specialties. With 167 beds, modern facilities and advanced surgical technology, including robotic-assisted surgery, the hospital provides an excellent environment for nurses to develop their clinical expertise alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams.
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The Position
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We are seeking passionate and motivated Registered Nurses to join our dynamic Surgical Ward at St John of God Bendigo Hospital on a casual basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative surgical team, providing high-quality, patient-centred care throughout the surgical journey.
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As a casual Registered Nurse, you will have the flexibility to work across a range of shifts while continuing to develop your clinical skills and experience within a supportive hospital environment. You will have the prospect to further develop your skills across clinical assessment, care planning, medication management and pre- and post-operative care while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.
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If you are a dynamic and flexible Registered Nurse with strong communication skills, sound clinical judgement and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care, we want to hear from you.
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Join our dedicated and supportive Surgical Ward team at St John of God Bendigo Hospital and enjoy the flexibility of casual nursing.
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Key Responsibilities
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Provide high-quality,



patient-centred nursing care to patients throughout their surgical journey.
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Complete comprehensive clinical assessments and develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans.
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Deliver secure and effective pre- and post-operative care, including pain management, wound care, medication administration and clinical monitoring.
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Recognise and respond to changes in patients' clinical condition, escalating care appropriately when required.
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Work collaboratively with surgeons, medical staff, allied health and the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
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Provide education and support to patients and families regarding treatment, recovery, medications and discharge requirements.
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Maintain accurate clinical documentation and provide clear, timely clinical handover.
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Contribute to safe and effective discharge planning and continuity of care.
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Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control and clinical safety.
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Contribute to a positive team culture and exceptional patient experience.
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About You
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To succeed in this role, you will have well-developed clinical assessment, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide safe, compassionate and patient-centred care in a busy hospital environment.
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You will demonstrate sound clinical judgement, strong prioritisation and problem-solving skills, together with a commitment to teamwork, clinical excellence and delivering a positive patient experience.
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You will hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse, along with recent clinical experience in an acute care, surgical or relevant healthcare environment.
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Previous surgical nursing experience will be highly regarded; however, we are also interested in Registered Nurses with strong acute clinical skills who are looking to develop their experience within surgical nursing.
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Why Join Us?
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Casual rate: $***** to $***** per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation
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As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
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Casual employment providing flexibility to suit your availability.
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Work within a supportive and experienced surgical nursing team.
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Chance to broaden and develop your acute and surgical nursing skills.
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Access to a modern hospital environment with advanced surgical technology.
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Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality patient care.
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A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
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Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
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Innovative Professional Development opportunities
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Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts
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For enquiries contact Siobhan Glynn, Clinical Operations Manager - Nursing St John of God Bendigo Hospital on **********
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If suitable applicants are identified the advertisement may close prior to listed date.
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At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
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Our commitment is to create a secure and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
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Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.
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All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.

📌 Registered Nurse (Bendigo)
🏢 St John of God Health Care
📍 Bendigo