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Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Gastroenterology/Medical


Company : Colac Area Health


Location : Geelong, Australia


Created : 2026-03-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Gastroenterology/Medical Employment Type - Permanent Part Time Hours per fortnight -72 Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1) Enjoy a challenging and rewarding role within a busy respiratory/medical unit at University Hospital Geelong Work in a well supported and inclusive environment that promotes career progression Permanent part time 72 hours a fortnight, 5 weeks leave, salary packaging and salary review period About the role As a Registered Nurse, your practice will lead to excellence in patient care. You understand the importance of establishing a therapeutic relationship between yourself and the patient to enable best possible outcomes. You will work collaboratively with the patient, consumers and other health care professionals, working to establish and evaluate plans of care. Birdsey Wing 7, a 16 bed Gastroenterology & General Medicine unit is seeking a qualified Grade 2 Registered Nurse to be part of their highly skilled, professional and friendly team. In this role you will be responsible for the provision of high quality patient care through a multidisciplinary approach. Key Responsibilities Deliver evidence-based, consumercentred nursing care in accordance with Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council competency standards and organisational requirements. Ensure compliance with National Safety and Quality Standards, participate in audits, incident reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain professional competence, including adherence to scope of practice frameworks, delegation guidelines, mandatory training, and registration/CPD requirements set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Accurately manage patient documentation and information systems in line with legal, regulatory, and information security requirements. Uphold Occupational Health & Safety policies, proactively report hazards/incidents, and contribute to a safe and positive team culture. What were looking for Bachelor-level qualification in Nursing from a recognised institution. Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Ability to practise independently in a clinical environment with strong assessment, problemsolving and organisational skills. Effective communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. High level of motivation, willingness to learn, alignment with organisational values, and sound computer literacy. Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction. A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010. Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650. Benefits Working with Children Check (if applicable) For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here. Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email. Internal applicants: If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers stage through One Point (intranet) before applying. Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date early applications are encouraged. Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal. #J-18808-Ljbffr