Employment Type:
Part-Time (64 hours/fortnight), Ongoing
Salary:
RN Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the Role:
Are you a Registered Nurse with 1+ years clinical experience, looking to broaden your practice, accelerate your professional development and build your leadership capability?
We areseekingmotivated and enthusiastic nurses to join the inaugural intake of this innovative program.
The Aged General Medicine and Subacute (AGMS) Services at Western Health is proud to launch our new 16-month Registered Nurse Rotational Program, providing participants with the opportunity to undertake postgraduate studies through supported education scholarships. We also offer a non-postgraduate pathway for nurses wishing to develop their clinical skills and experience through a structured rotational program without formal study commitments.
The Program willcompriseof three rotations, with approximately five months per rotation across AGMS clinical areas: General Medicine, Acute Aged Care and Subacute Care.
This unique initiative combines clinical rotations across AGMS, including acute and specialty areas with postgraduate education, providing participants with the knowledge,skillsand experience to become future nursing leaders within Western Health.
About the Program:
The Registered Nurse AGMS Rotational Program has been designed to provide nurses with a comprehensive understanding ofAged Care, General Medicine and Subacute Services,while supporting their academic and professionalgrowth.
Rotate through threeAGMS clinical areas, spending approximately five months in each specialty.
Undertake postgraduate Advanced Nursing studies through the University of Tasmania, partially supported by generous Western Health education scholarships.
Develop advanced clinical assessment, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Gain exposure to a diverse range of patient populations and models of care.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and support services.
Strengthen leadership capability and confidence in managing medical complex patient care.
Build professional networks across the AGMS division and broader organisation.
Participants will be guaranteed ongoing employment within Western Health
following successful completion
of the program.
What We Offer:
A structured and supportive learning environment.
Postgraduate studies with partial scholarship support.




Exposure to multiple acute and specialty areas across the AGMS division.
Mentoring and coaching from experienced nursing leaders.
Dedicated professional development opportunities.
Enhanced career progression pathways.
Ongoing employment on completion of the program.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure safe and high quality, evidence-based patient care is planned and delivered that is in line with Western Health values (Cares - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety), policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure best care for patients.
Promote andmaintaina positive workplace culture that supports teamwork.
About You:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical setting.
Possess excellent clinical skills and demonstrate effective organizational skills, particularly with respect to time management, delegation and supervision.
A commitment to high quality, safe and person-centred care.
Ability to work a 7-day rotating roster(including weekend, afternoon and night shifts).
A commitment to satisfactorily complete the program.
IMPORTANT:
In your cover letter and application, please clearly specify your interest in a postgraduate specialty.
About Western Health
Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.
More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.
We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community.



With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.
We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.
Learning and Development
Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.
Community Impact and Inclusion
Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.
Organisational Culture and Environment
Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.
Ready to make an impact?
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe workplace for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
Closing date:
11:59pm on 13 October ****.
Enquiries:
For further information about this role, contact Kanessa Begue (Deputy Director – Operational Performance & Transformation, AGMS) via ******.
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