Job Description
Job Description
About St John of God Geelong Hospital
Our 284-bed hospital provides a wide range of services, including maternity, cancer and cardiac care and a private Emergency Department open 7 days a week.
We offer a wide range of services, caring for inpatients, outpatients and day patients across a range of specialties.
Your role at St John of God Geelong Hospital
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career and develop your specialist clinical skills?
St John of God Geelong Hospital is offering an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses withat least two years' recent acute medical or surgical nursing experienceto undertake postgraduate study while gaining valuable clinical experience acrossIntensive Care, Coronary Care and Emergency Departmentsettings.
In collaboration withDeakin University, the program provides the opportunity to undertake aCritical Care Post Graduate Coursewhile working in a12-month fixed-term, part-time position working 30 hours per week.
Depending on your area of interest and clinical placement, you will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge, skills and confidence caring for patients requiring specialist and complex care, supported by experienced Clinical Educators and Senior Critical Care Nurses.
What the program offers
Post Graduate Coursewith opportunities acrossIntensive Care, Coronary Care and Emergency Department
12-month fixed-term, part-time position, working 60 hours per fortnight
Commencement fromJanuary or February ****, depending on the stream
Postgraduate study delivered in collaboration withDeakin University
Supported clinical experience within a specialist critical care setting
Guidance and support from experiencedClinical Educators and Senior Nurses
Onsite competency assessments
Interactive online tutorials and workshops
Self-directed learning and assessments
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and continued employment
The opportunity to further develop your clinical knowledge, skills and confidence caring for critically unwell and acutely unwell patients
A strong foundation for a future career inICU, CCU or ED nursing
The Position
As a Registered Nurse within our critical and acute care services, you will provide high-quality,



patient-centred care while developing your specialist clinical knowledge and skills.
You will:
Provide direct patient care to achieve identified outcomes in accordance with established hospital policies, procedures and Care Paths.
Assist and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care.
Develop your clinical knowledge and skills in the management of critically and acutely unwell patients.
Communicate effectively with patients, families and members of the multidisciplinary team.
Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in a patient's clinical condition.
Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for your own nursing practice in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards and organisational policies.
Maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, medical staff and colleagues.
Contribute to a positive, supportive and collaborative team environment.
Participate in education, competency assessments and professional development activities associated with the postgraduate course.
About you
To be successful in this opportunity, you will have:
Current registration with theNursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)as a Registered Nurse.
Applicants should be Registered Nurses with at least2 yearsof acute medical/surgical experience (ICU, HDU, or emergency experience is advantageous), alongside strong communication skills and commitment to evidence-based practice.
A strong interest in developing a career withinIntensive Care, Coronary Care or Emergency Department.
Previous experience in ICU, HDU, ED or coronary care will be highly regarded.
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
A demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
A commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.




The ability to identify, assess and respond to clinical problems effectively.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do.
You will demonstrate a commitment to the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care and contribute to a culture of compassionate, protected and high-quality care.
The Benefits:
A 12-month structured transition with dedicated clinical support, onsite competency assessments, and pathways for professional development and continued employment.
Salary:$85,480 to $107,881 (pro date for part time), plus12% superannuation
Fixed part-time role, up to 60 hours a fortnight.
Salary packaging up to$18,550on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
Novated leasing
work related expenses
self-education and
additional superannuation
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Innovative Professional Development opportunities
Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts
For enquiries regarding theICU Post Graduate CoursecontactSharnie McAuliffe| Nurse Unit Manager.
For enquiries regarding theCCU Post Graduate CoursecontactMatt Deppeler| Nurse Unit Manageron
For enquires regardingEmergency Department Post Graduate CoursecontactCarla Jabornik| Operations Manager Emergency and Clinical Partnerson
If suitable applicants are identified the advertisement may close prior to listed date.
Job applications close on30th October ****
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe 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.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

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