About Us
Western Health manages three acute public hospitals: Footscray, Sunshine and Williamstown Hospital. It also operates the Sunbury Day Hospital, Transition Care at Hazeldean and a range of community based services. We care for a culturally diverse population of more than 800,000 people. We have more than 7,200 employees who are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES).

Our continued growth will see the completion of a new purpose built, multi-storey Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital.

About the Role
Seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic Division 1 Registered Nurse with competent clinical and interpersonal skills to join our Ward 2E dynamic team on a  permanent  full-time/part-time contract. This 32 bed Ward specialises in care of acutely ill Oncology, Haematology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology and Endocrinology patients with complex care needs.

The successful applicant must be willing to work in a busy and challenging environment, be a team player and be committed to personal and professional development. Recent acute medical experience in one of the above specialities is essential.

• Permanent full time & part time hours available  
• Flexible rostering

Duties

Our vision is to provide high quality, patient cantered care to each patient whilst in our care.

• Working collaboratively as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure safe and high quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and policies
• Display Positive Behaviour that supports all dimensions of Best Care
• Be proactive about identifying and addressing issues that may pose barriers to patients in receiving Best Care
• Participate in care and review of care procedures individually and as a part of a team.

Skills and Experience

• Successful completion of Bachelor of Nursing  qualification or equivalent
• Current AHPRA  registration as an Registered Nurse
• Possess excellent clinical and organisational skills
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Has minimum 12 months experience in at least one of the above specialities
• Positive attitude with desire to work collaboratively as a part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrate evidence of undertaking professional development activities to maintain and enhance nursing expertise
• Management of CVADs
• Administration of Chemotherapy
• Peritoneal dialysis CAPD and APD 

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits such as:

• Work-life balance
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
• Discounted Onsite car parking
• Onsite fitness clubs
• Culturally safe and respectful environment
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Culture

At Western Health, we value our employees and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop.  Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience. Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance and (if applicable) a working with children’s check.

Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.