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.

We are seeking passionate Registered Nurses for both full-time and part-time positions in the general medical ward at Epworth Freemasons, located in East Melbourne. Candidates should be able to work a rotating roster that includes AM, PM, nights, and weekends, following a 12-hour shift schedule.

Epworth Freemasons features a 33-bed acute general medical unit and a 8-bed day medical unit for infusions and other day procedures. We also provide comprehensive cancer care and a full range of surgical services, including robotic-assisted surgery, orthopaedics, and ICU care.

At Epworth, our General Medicine 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 make an impact by:

• Delivering high quality nursing care and an exceptional experience to our patients
• Utilising reflective, critical thinking and evidence-based approach to the clinical care of patients
• Working collaboratively with fellow members of the multidisciplinary team
• Actively participating in quality improvement activities

To be successful in this role:

You are highly accountable and demonstrate a supportive and engaging style and are committed to further developing leadership skills. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have excellent time management and organisational skills, which enable you to prioritise effectively to manage multiple requirements.

You will have:

• Current AHPRA nursing registration
• 2 years experience in an acute care setting or successful completion of a hospital graduate program
• Proficiency in patient assessment and strong clinical skills
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal

Position Description         Inherent Requirements

About Freemasons
Located in East Melbourne, close to public transport and the CBD, Epworth Freemasons provides a range of world-class health services. As one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, Epworth Freemasons specialises in women’s and men’s health services including breast and gynaecological surgery, endoscopy and urology. Epworth Freemasons also offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery, orthopaedics and ICU care.
Epworth Freemasons has recently upgraded and expanded its operating theatres and admissions facilities, along with major refurbishments of patient rooms and building infrastructure.
 

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
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia!

The annual salary range for full time Registered Nurses – AUD $71,622 - $100,564 + super + entitlements depending on registration type, year level and position/experience (pro-rated for part-time).

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 [email protected] or phone (03) 9426 0606.

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.