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Your role at St John of God Geelong Hospital

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St John of God Geelong Hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute services to the rapidly growing coastal city. Our modern hospital offers a 24/7 Emergency Department, a comprehensive surgical program supported by a 12-bed Critical Care Unit, and expanding cardiology, medical, rehabilitation and cancer services.

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Your position at St John of God Geelong Hospital

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We are seeking passionate and motivated Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses with recent acute hospital experience to join our nursing teams at St John of God Geelong Hospital.

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We have a range of permanent opportunities available across our Surgical, Medical and other acute inpatient areas, with employment options ranging from part-time 0.6 FTE through to full-time 1.0 FTE.

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We welcome applications from nurses with experience across a variety of acute clinical settings, including general acute nursing, medical and surgical nursing. Whether you are looking to further develop your clinical skills or bring your existing experience to a new team, this is an opportunity to work alongside experienced nursing and multidisciplinary teams delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

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With opportunities available across rotating rosters and permanent night duty, we have a range of positions to suit different experience levels and working arrangements.

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Available Opportunities

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- Registered Nurses with recent acute hospital experience.
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- Enrolled Nurses with recent acute hospital experience.
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- Opportunities across Surgical, Medical and other acute inpatient areas.
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- Permanent part-time positions from 0.6 FTE.
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- Permanent full-time positions up to 1.0 FTE.
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- Rotating shift opportunities, including AM, PM and night duty.
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- Permanent Night Duty opportunities.
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The Position

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- Provide safe, effective and patient-centred nursing care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures and professional standards.
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- Undertake comprehensive patient assessments, monitor clinical conditions and recognise and escalate signs of deterioration appropriately.
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- Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients across a diverse range of acute clinical presentations.
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- Administer medications and treatments safely and effectively within your scope of practice.
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- Plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care in collaboration with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
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- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and provide effective clinical handover to support continuity of care.
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- Monitor patients' progress and respond appropriately to changes in their clinical condition.
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- Support patients throughout their hospital journey, including treatment, recovery, education and discharge planning.
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- Build positive and professional relationships with patients, families, medical staff and colleagues.
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- Contribute to a supportive team environment and uphold infection prevention and management standards.
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About You

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You will hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as either a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse, with recent experience working within an acute hospital environment.

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We welcome applications from nurses with experience across a variety of acute clinical settings, including general acute, medical, surgical and other inpatient hospital environments. Previous experience in a particular specialty is not essential, provided you bring strong acute clinical skills and a commitment to developing your nursing practice.

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To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

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- Recent experience working within an acute hospital environment.
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- Sound clinical knowledge and patient assessment skills.
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- The ability to recognise and respond to changes in a patient's clinical condition.
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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
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- Excellent organisation and time management skills.




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- A commitment to delivering safe, compassionate and high-quality patient care.
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- Flexibility to work across your preferred roster, including weekends and night duty where applicable.
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Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do, committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

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The Benefits

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- Salary $85,480 – $107,881 (pro rata for part-time employees), plus 12% superannuation.
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- Permanent employment opportunities ranging from 0.6 FTE to 1.0 FTE.
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- Salary packaging up to $18,550 across a range of benefits, including mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and everyday living expenses.
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- Additional salary packaging options, including novated leasing, work-related expenses, self-education and additional superannuation.
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- A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and wellbeing programs.
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- Employee discounts on St John of God Hospital and Medical Services and Private Health Insurance.
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- Innovative professional development opportunities.
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- Access to a range of lifestyle, health and wellbeing rewards and discounts.
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Ready for your next nursing prospect?

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Whether you are an experienced Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse looking for a new challenge, or seeking greater flexibility in your working arrangements, we would love to hear from you.

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Join St John of God Geelong Hospital and become part of a team committed to delivering exceptional care to our community.

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For any enquiriesreach out to Matthew Young | Director of Nursing - St John of God Geelong Hospital on (03) 5226 8800

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At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

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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.

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Our inclusive culture fosters an workplace that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

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📌 Registered and Enrolled Nurses (Geelong)
🏢 St John of God Health Care
📍 Geelong