Job Description
/n /n Company Description/n /n /n Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. /n At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people. /n We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging. /n Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters. /n /n /n

Job Description
/n /n /n Orthopaedic Registered Nurse | Epworth Richmond /n Build your Orthopaedic career where experience, learning and teamwork come together. /n Whether you already have Orthopaedic experience or you’re an acute surgical nurse ready to develop your specialty, Epworth Richmond offers the opportunity to build your skills within one of the Asia-Pacific region’s largest joint replacement services. /n Join experienced nursing teams caring for patients from admission and surgery through to mobilisation, recovery and discharge. /n

About the Role
/n The opportunity /n No two Orthopaedic patients are the same. Across our dedicated wards, you’ll care for a diverse surgical caseload including: /n /n
- Hip and knee replacements /n
- Revision joint surgery /n
- Spinal surgery /n




- Shoulder and other upper-limb procedures /n
- Fractures, dislocations and orthopaedic trauma /n
- Pre and post-operative recovery /n /n Our teams perform more than 4,000 knee and hip replacement surgeries each year and care for more than 1,100 orthopaedic trauma patients, giving you the opportunity to build experience across both planned and acute Orthopaedic care. /n Where you’ll work /n Our dedicated Orthopaedic units at Epworth Richmond include: /n /n
- 6 LEE – 35 beds /n
- 5 LEE – 37 beds /n
- 3BE/4BE – 35 beds combined /n /n You’ll work alongside experienced nurses, medical teams and allied health professionals, supporting patients to recover safely and regain their mobility and independence. /n Grow your career in Orthopaedics /n At Epworth, you’ll have access to: /n /n
- Dedicated Orthopaedic educators and clinical support /n
- An established Team Nursing Model /n
- Orthopaedic-specific development opportunities /n
- Postgraduate study opportunities and scholarships /n
- Career pathways from early-career nursing through to senior roles /n /n /n /n /n Qualifications/n /n /n About You /n We’re looking for Registered Nurses who are passionate about great surgical care and enjoy working as part of a close, collaborative team. /n You’ll bring: /n /n
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse /n
- Acute, medical and/or surgical nursing experience /n
- Orthopaedic experience is desirable,



but not essential /n
- Strong clinical assessment and communication skills /n
- A commitment to safe, person-centred care /n
- An interest in developing your Orthopaedic knowledge and skills /n /n /n We welcome applications from nurses with strong medical and surgical foundations who are ready to develop within Orthopaedics. /n Position Description Inherent Requirements /n About Epworth Richmond /n Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside highly skilled practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience, and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialities, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities, and technologies. /n /n /n Additional Information/n /n /n Nursing and Midwifery Education at Epworth – The Brookes Academy /n Your development doesn’t stop on the ward. /n The Brookes Academy is dedicated to supporting Epworth nurses and midwives to develop their careers through learning pathways across clinical practice, leadership, education, research and innovation. /n Supported by the Epworth Medical Foundation, Academy programs and courses are provided free of charge to Epworth employees. /n At Epworth, it’s a community. /n Bring your surgical experience, your curiosity and your commitment to excellent patient care. We’ll provide the environment, clinical support and opportunities to help you grow your Orthopaedic career. /n It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every

📌 Registered Nurse (Melbourne)
🏢 Epworth
📍 Melbourne