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Grade 2 Year 2 Registered Nurses
Contract: Ongoing, 0.6 – 1.0 EFT by negotiation. Mid-Year entry 2024
Applications are invited from Registered Nurses who are currently completing a Graduate Nurse Program to participate in the 2024 Transition Nurse Program at BRHS. Our Nurse Transition Program provides a great opportunity to further strengthen your nursing knowledge and practice with support from our experienced Educators and broader BRHS team.
The Program:
The program itself operates over 12 months and consists of two 6-month rotations within the nursing directorate. A range of nursing areas (including specialist nursing units) are available. These may include Medical and Surgical, Rehabilitation, Paediatrics & Palliative Care, Emergency, Theatre, Aged Care, Oncology, Dialysis and Home-Based Services. Allocations will be confirmed at a later date
Once this 12-month program is completed and based on performance, staff will have the opportunity to move into suitable positions within the organisation. Roles will be determined by the nurse's preference and suitability and will be dependent on availability. This will be discussed near the end of the 12-month program.
The Role:
Transition nurse contracts will consist of a minimum of 0.6 to 1.0 EFT. Four study days are included in the Program which are aimed at developing leadership, furthering communication skills, attaining clinical supervision skills and developing quality improvement skills. As a Transition nurse you will consolidate your technical and non-technical nursing skills in a supported environment whilst providing excellence in nursing care.
What you need:
- Current AHPRA registration and completion/or nearing completion of a Graduate Nurse Program
- Recent nursing experience and demonstrated competence
- Understanding and commitment to providing patient centred care
- Good clinical assessment and care planning skills
- Please view the full key selection criteria as listed in the position description
Why should you apply?
- Consolidate your skills in a team environment as part of our Transition Registered Nurse group
- Receive dedicated support and mentoring from our experienced Educators
- Enjoy a collaborative and personalised environment that will accelerate your learning and further assist you to become a skilled and knowledgeable nurse
- Experience the benefits of providing regional health care including exposure to an array of clinical situations and greater continuity of care
Interested?
For more information contact: Liz Barlow, Learning, Support and Development Manager on 03 5150 3***
Applications close: Sunday 19th May 2024
Applications are to be submitted by selecting “Apply Now” below and are to include:
- Cover letter
- Resume (including two recent referees)
- Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description)
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In accordance with Victorian Public Health directions, all employees working in the Public Health system are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of full COVID19 vaccination prior to commencement.
