Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

Start Your Next Nursing Adventure with Alfred Care Group

If you've got some acute nursing experience and are looking for a supportive way to build your confidence, develop new skills, and explore different specialty areas, the Alfred Care Group Nurse Pool Recruitment & Development Program could be the perfect next step.

This program gives you the chance to learn, grow, and gain experience in a specialty area, all while being supported by experienced clinicians who want to see you succeed.

What You'll Get

- A permanent nursing position
- Part-time and full-time opportunities available (0.8-1.0 EFT)
- Structured learning and education support
- A chance to find what excites you about nursing
- A supported introduction in a specialty area, where you can build confidence and strengthen your clinical skills in areas such as:

1. Emergency
2. Trauma
3. Oncology
4. Respiratory
5. Renal
6. Neurology
7. Infectious Diseases
8. Cardiology
9. Cardiothoracic
10. Neurosurgery
11. Burns

After your supported placement, you'll transition into Nurse Pool, where you'll gain experience across Alfred Care Group sites, work with different teams,



and continue to grow as a flexible and highly skilled clinician.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for nurses who are:

- Keen to learn and develop their clinical skills
- Curious about different specialty areas
- Adaptable and enjoy new challenges
- Positive team players who care deeply about patient care
- Ready to work across a rotating roster, including mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends, and public holidays

2027 intakes are available in January, March and April.

Why Nurse Pool?

Ask anyone who's worked in Nurse Pool and they'll tell you: no two days are the same.

One day you might be supporting a specialist medical ward, the next you'll be working alongside a completely different team, learning new skills and meeting new people.

It's a great way to build experience discover where your interests lie, and become a confident nurse who can thrive in a variety of settings.

You'll be joining a team that supports each other, celebrates growth, and takes pride in delivering great care when and where it's needed most.

What You'll Need

- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)
- At least one year of nursing experience
- A strong commitment to patient-centred care
- Great communication skills
- A willingness to learn and embrace new experiences
- Availability to work a rotating roster across all shift types

Perks & Advantages

Along with a rewarding career, you'll have access to:

- Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
- Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability
- Access for you and your family to an extensive network of health and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport membership




- Enjoy excellent onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport (pre-tax memberships)
- Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

Ready to See Where Nursing Can Take You?

Your nursing career doesn't have to follow a single path.

Whether you're still discovering where your passion lies, looking to build confidence in acute care, or want the opportunity to experience a range of specialties before settling into one area, our Nurse Pool Recruitment & Development Program gives you the support, experience, and opportunities to get there.

It's a chance to learn from experienced clinicians, explore some of Victoria's leading specialty services, and become part of a team that will invest in your growth from day one.

If you're motivated, curious, and ready to challenge yourself, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and start building a nursing career that's flexible, rewarding, and full of possibilities. If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.

Questions? Contact the Nurse Pool & Bank Recruitment Team at ••••@alfred.org.au

Your next chapter starts here. Come and discover where nursing can take you.

Applications close at 11:00pm AEDT Friday, 11 December 2026.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.

📌 Nurse Pool Recruitment and Development Program (Melbourne)
🏢 Bayside Health
📍 Melbourne