18 Sep
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The Royal Melbourne Hospital
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Parkville
18 Sep
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
Parkville
Join the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) as a Registered Nurse and be part of a fast-paced, patient-focused environment where timely assessment, clinical decision-making and quality care are central to what we do.
AMU is a 32-bed unit providing rapid assessment and diagnosis for patients admitted from the Emergency Department and Community Services. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you'll support patients through their acute medical journey, with most patients expected to be discharged home or transferred to another service within 48-72 hours.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver Safe, Timely, Effective and Person-centred (STEP) care to patients and the community
- Apply clinical knowledge and skills appropriate to your level of expertise to maintain a high standard of care
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in partnership with patients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team
- Promote health and safety by identifying risks and implementing strategies to reduce harm
- Speak up for safety by raising concerns and contributing to a culture of respectful, open communication
About You You are a Registered Nurse with acute clinical experience who brings sound clinical judgement, strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will also bring:
- Minimum 12 months' acute nursing experience
- Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, problem-solving and prioritisation skills
- Ability to provide safe, high-quality and evidence-based patient care
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Motivation to learn, develop and build your clinical capability
- Reliability, professionalism and a strong commitment to patient safety
Benefits of Working at RMH
- Meaningful Work Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
- Growth opportunities Access learning, development,
and diverse career opportunities.
- Supportive Culture & Belonging Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
- Innovation Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
- World-Class Excellence Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
- Enjoy great employee benefitsSalary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
- Work in the Parkville PrecinctWork in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.
Interested? Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.
Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.
The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
📌 Registered Nurse - Acute Medical Unit (Parkville)
🏢 The Royal Melbourne Hospital
📍 Parkville