Registered Nurse - 3 West General Surgical
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.
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.
Job Description
3 West
3 West is a 41 bed fast paced surgical unit covering all areas of surgical specialities including all overnight paediatric patients requiring surgery.
Specialities include Breast and Endocrine, ENT, Neurosurgery, Plastics, Vascular, Hepatobiliary, Colorectal, Upper and Lower GI, Bariatric weight loss surgery, Dental and Ophthalmology.
This is a full time position; however, a part time, job share arrangement may also be considered.
About Epworth Geelong
Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria. It features contemporary design, cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care, whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services.
At Epworth, our General Surgical teams play a vital role in the well-being of thousands of patients who may be suffering from debilitating or distressing conditions. A wide range of acute and chronic medical problems are treated with advanced care, technology and services by multidisciplinary teams. You will be supported by great teams with excellent leaders and provided with the opportunity to increase your knowledge through extensive educational programs and opportunities.
You will make an impact by
* Delivering exceptional patient experience and care
* Playing an active part within a high functioning proactive team
* Utilising your broad knowledge and experience within a small, flexible environment
* Promoting a safe and respectful working environment
To be successful in this role
You are an experienced Registered Nurse, with relevant skills in the acute surgical specialities covered by 3 West. Demonstrating a strong, supportive, collaborative and engaging style, you must be passionate about patient centred care, grounded in high quality clinical outcomes.
You will have
* Current AHPRA Nursing registration
* An excellent clinical understanding of surgical nursing care
* Well-developed proactive time management and prioritisation skills
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Commitment to your professional development
* The ability to work within a team focused environment
Additional Information
At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
* Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home pay
* Discounted private health insurance
* Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
Enquire/ Apply
Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.
For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact ******@epworth.org.au or phone (03) 9426 0***.
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.
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