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Form of workAbout the role
Our Acute Care Unit is a 22 bed unit which provides care to patients with complex surgical and medical requirements. It is also our referral unit for those patients being transferred out of our ICU department. The highly skilled Registered Nurses within the Acute Care Unit work cohesively along with various clinical services to provide positive outcomes for patients and their families in a safe and caring environment.
Permanent full time and part time positions are available to Registered Nurses ideally with a minimum of 12 months relevant experience, preferably in acute or high dependency units.
Accommodation and relocation assistance to support with your move to our vibrant seaside regional city of Warrnambool is available and will be considered on an individual basis. Warrnambool is a prime location in the South West of Victoria and is only a short drive to shops and neighbouring country towns and attractions, with little to no traffic making for an easy commute to work.
What you bring
The successful applicant will hold current registration with APHRA as a Registered Nurse and have 6 months recent and relevant acute medical or surgical experience. As a Registered Nurse you will demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining professional confidentiality and you will provide best practice, patient centred care in a safe and caring environment.
Excellent management and communication skills are essential and evidence of commitment to ongoing education and professional development will be highly regarded.
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions;
- Internal and external professional development opportunities;
- Ongoing clinical supervision;
- A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs;
- Excellent terms and conditions of employment.
Who we are
As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community.
SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 31 March 2024. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024, with the appropriate classification Registered Nurse Grade 2.
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
- Police Record Check
- Employee Working with Children's Check
- Current Immunisation status
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