Registered Undergraduate Students of Nursing (RUSON)

Are you a nursing student and have completed one year (or more) of your studies?

Would you like to gain additional experience and exposure in the hospital environment?

Fantastic opportunities exist for nursing students to gain employment at BRHS whilst continuing their studies. Contract types and hours are flexible and negotiable and can be discussed at interview or in advance by contacting Jo Marshall on 03 5150 3***.

The Position:

The RUSON works as part of the healthcare team, assisting registered nurses with direct patient care (within defined parameters) and other activities as directed in accordance with the nursing care plan and under the delegation, and supervision, of qualified and experienced registered nurses.  

In this position you may work across a variety of areas at BRHS, including the acute wards, Emergency, Oncology, Dialysis, Home Based Nursing and Aged Care. Your role will be in accordance with the specific ward duty list and under the direction and support of a registered nurse.

Why should you Apply?

• Gain additional experience and increase your confidence whilst completing your qualification
• Meet new people, learn about hospital operations and be part of a friendly team environment
• Contribute to the provision of high-quality healthcare and a positive hospital experience for patients
• Extensive salary packaging options, to reduce your tax and increase your take home pay

“Hear from some of our RUSON staff talk about their role here.”

What you Need:

• A current student undertaking an approved Bachelor of Nursing degree course at an Australian University.
• Successful completion of at least 12 months' of the above degree course.
• Developing clinical assessment skills.
• A good understanding of & commitment to providing patient centred care with a compassionate approach.
• Capacity to work in an effective and collaborative manner as part of a multidisciplinary health team.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to utilise key principles to ensure good clinical support and care within the scope of the role.

Please view the full key selection criteria as listed in the position description

About BRHS: 

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is East Gippsland's largest employer and healthcare provider. Located in a stunning regional area, you will relish an amazing lifestyle and enjoy a rewarding work environment providing challenge, variety and a range of opportunities to progress your career.

Interested? For more information contact: Jo Marshall, Clinical Operations Manager on 03 5150 3***.

An application closing date does not currently apply to this vacancy. Eligible candidates will be interviewed as applications are received and the position will close once all vacant hours are filled.

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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Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of full COVID19 vaccination prior to commencement.