Entry to Emergency Nursing (RN to ED)

Position Title Entry to Emergency Nursing (RN to ED)
Employment Type Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time
Location Maroondah Hospital
Award Classification Registered Nurses and Midwives (22) (Nurses and Midwives Victorian Public Sector)(Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024) - RN GRADE 2 YEAR 8
Hours (per fortnight) 228
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Entry to Emergency Nursing

• RN to ED program
• Maroondah Hospital, Ringwood East, Melbourne Australia
• Supported Entry into Emergency Nursing
• Opportunity to grow your career
• Permanent full-time and part-time positions available

The Emergency Department at Maroondah Hospital is looking for passionate and enthusiastic nurses wanting to transition into the Emergency Department.
About the role
Maroondah Hospital Emergency Department has permanent employment opportunities for passionate, enthusiastic and agile nurses who are keen to transition into an emergency department setting.
We are looking for Registered Nurses with no or limited Emergency Nursing experience, but who want to build the knowledge, skills and confidence to work within our emergency and short stay areas. Eastern Health has designed an Entry to Emergency Nursing program to help you succeed in this transition, plus you will be supported by a team of dedicated and experienced Emergency Nurses under the Advanced Preceptorship Program developed at Maroondah Emergency.
This start in Emergency Nursing will also open the door to a host of other opportunities to develop a career in Emergency Nursing. This includes a sixth-month Transition to Specialty Program (equipping you to work in high acuity areas of the Emergency Department) and a twelve-month Post Graduate Program (to work in critical care areas of the ED).
About Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About our department
The Emergency Department at Maroondah Hospital cares for approximately 50,000 patients per year in this post COVID environment, averaging 135 presentations per day. Presentations include critically unwell patients requiring immediate stabilisation as well as a significant proportion of paediatric presentations. Departmental resources include 35 treatment spaces, including; 3 resuscitation bays, dedicated paediatric and fast track treatment areas, and a combined adult and paediatric Short Stay Unit.
About our team
In joining the Maroondah Hospital Emergency team, you will be working alongside a highly dedicated and supportive multidisciplinary team, a team who are committed to providing quality patient care under the Eastern Health promise of Healthier Together. It is through working together we are able to aspire to excellence in our patient care.
To help us achieve these goals we have a great support network in the department that strives to create an environment that helps us to ‘be and do our best’. This includes the Clinical Nurse Specialist cohort, the leadership team, and our specialist emergency nurse educators; each proactively working to support our team. At Maroondah Emergency we are committed to support staff in their career development and progression.
About you
You are dedicated, empathetic and adaptable. You understand, and are interested in, the complex and varied presentations that attend an Emergency Department on a daily basis. You are keen to develop the critical thinking and assessment skills required to provide excellent care to these patients and their families.
To be successful in this role you must possess;

• Current registration with AHPRA
• Minimum 12 months’ experience in an acute hospital setting
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the .
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Selection Criteria Essential: Do you have a minimum 12 months experience working in an acute hospital setting in Australia or New Zealand?
Essential: Are you an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or have a current Visa enabling you to work in Australia?
Contact Person Leanne STELLA
Contact Number (03) 9871 3551
Alternate Contact Person Richard More
Alternate Contact Number (03) 9871 3770
Closing Date 20/03/2024
Position Description Registered Nurse Midwife PD - 2023 (6).pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.