Ready to take the next step in your critical care nursing career? Join a well-respected tertiary private hospital offering exposure to complex medical, surgical and cardiac patients, alongside a supportive team committed to clinical excellence and professional development.
We are seeking experienced Intensive Care (ICU) and Coronary Care (CCU) Registered Nurses to join a 31-bed combined ICU/CCU in Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
What's on offer?
- $41.90 - $53.70 per hour + superannuation.
- Permanent full-time and part-time opportunities (minimum 0.6 FTE).
- Flexibility to work across a 24/7 rotating roster.
- Modern tertiary private hospital environment.
- Exposure to complex critical care and advanced cardiac procedures.
- Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
- Access to postgraduate education and specialty training.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
About the role
Working within a 31-bed combined Intensive Care and Coronary Care Unit, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients across a diverse range of medical, surgical and cardiac presentations.
You'll work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team in a dynamic clinical environment, supporting patients through complex and often life-changing health events.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering safe,
evidence-based and patient-centred critical care.
- Providing comprehensive assessment, monitoring and management of critically ill patients.
- Caring for patients with complex cardiac and medical conditions.
- Recognising and responding appropriately to clinical deterioration.
- Collaborating with medical practitioners and multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and adhering to clinical governance standards.
- Supporting continuous improvement and contributing to a positive clinical environment.
About the hospital
This fully accredited tertiary private hospital provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including emergency medicine, extensive surgical specialties and advanced cardiac services.
The 31-bed ICU/CCU provides exposure to a diverse and clinically interesting patient cohort, including:
- Acute and complex cardiac conditions.
- Interventional cardiology procedures.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI).
- Cardiac ablations.
- Complex medical and surgical patients.
The hospital also operates two 24-hour cardiac catheterisation laboratories,
providing access to advanced cardiac interventions and specialist services.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Recent clinical experience within an ICU, CCU, Intensive Care or Coronary Care setting.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- The ability to recognise and respond to changes in patient condition.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Highly regarded:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing.
- Postgraduate Certificate in Intensive Care Nursing.
- Postgraduate Certificate in Coronary Care Nursing.
Important information
- Applicants must hold current Australian working rights.
- Sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Applicants must be available to work across a 24/7 rotating roster.
Ready for your next opportunity?
Join a hospital that values clinical excellence, invests in its nursing workforce and provides opportunities to develop your specialist critical care skills.
If you're an experienced ICU or CCU Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding permanent opportunity in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, we'd love to hear from you!
For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact:
Darienne Anandappa
Healthcare Australia
02 9024 3***
***************@healthcareaustralia.com.au
📌 ICU/CCU Registered Nurse (East Melbourne)
🏢 Healthcare Australia
📍 East Melbourne
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