Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Youang Surgery Centre
Employment Type- Permanent Part Time; Permanent Full Time
Hours per fortnight-80
Job Category-Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
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About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Surgical Short Stay Ward team.
This fast-paced unit provides high-quality pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures with short recovery periods (typically ***** hours).
As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, patient-centred care while ensuring productive patient flow and excellent clinical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive nursing care to pre- and post-operative surgical patients
Monitor and assess patients' conditions, vital signs, and wound healing
Administer medications and manage pain control effectively
Educate patients and families regarding post-surgical care and discharge plans
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with hospital policy
Ensure infection prevention and control standards are upheld
What we're looking for
Registered Nurse (RN) with AHPRA registration
Previous experience in a surgical or acute care ward preferred
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and nights
Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care




About the Ward
Youang Surgical Centre Level 2- 20 Bed Short Stay Surgical Unit for patients from all surgical specialties who need to stay in hospital for up to 72 hrs
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Attractive salary packaging benefits
Living expenses capped at $9,010
Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve.
We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Working with Children Check (if applicable)
Contact person: Elaine Hocking
Email:******
Phone:**************
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via theemployeelogin on the external careers page or access the careers page through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting maycommenceprior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
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📌 Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Youang Surgery Centre (Geelong)
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Geelong