What you will need to succeed in any of our services:
- You are an AHPRA Registered nurse with acute experience and able to work a range of AM/PM & ND shifts, within our supportive and dedicated multidisciplinary team
- You have effective communication skills and a passion for continued professional development
- You are ready for a new variety of clinical experiences to enhance your professional growth
- You have recent acute clinical experience
- Additional criteria may be required for department specific applications- please read carefully below
IMPORTANT- Please detail one (only) specific unit/department/program you are applying for in your cover letter. Please address the cover letter to the Postgraduate Nursing Education Coordinator.
About the Service:
Our Specialty Nursing Practice departments at the Royal Melbourne Hospital are currently seeking highly motivated Registered Nurses to join our teams. We are offering supported educational postgraduate nursing programs in our specialty nursing practice areas. Please see more detailed department information below:
Neurosciences (Acute Stroke and Neurology (8B) and Neurosurgery (4S) - Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing (Neurosciences - Australian Catholic University (ACU)
The RMH Department of Neurology and Stroke is an internationally recognised centre for world class patient care. The RMH is affiliated with ACU to deliver the Graduate Certificate in Neurosciences Nursing. This course will provide you with a sound understanding of the theory and scientific advances that underpin the comprehensive care and management of Neurology, Acute Stroke, Epilepsy and Neurosurgical patients.
You will apply this knowledge to clinical practice, demonstrating the ability to competently care for patients with complex care requirements using evidence based approaches. There is opportunity for employment on Neurosurgery (4S) and Acute Stroke and Neurology (8B) wards. Please list preference in cover letter. Applicants must have minimum 1 year acute nursing experience to apply.
For further detailed information relating to each of our programs including commencement dates, scholarship funding opportunities, affiliated universities and specialty units please visit our website here.
Applications must include the following:
- Cover letter addressed to the Postgraduate Nursing Program Coordinator stating one (only) program you are applying for (for example- Graduate Certificate of Nursing Practice (Perioperative- Anaesthetics and Recovery)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Most recent academic transcripts
- Contact details of two (2) senior clinical referees (i.e. NUM, ANUM, CNE)
All applications will be assessed on letter of application, curriculum vitae, academic record, clinical experience, references and interview.
Please note that stream availability is always subject to change.
Our Commitment to you:
- Career progression opportunities to suit your professional development goals
- We have a commitment to training, education and CPD activities are fully supported
- You will enjoy excellent work-life balance. We want you to stay long term!
- Work alongside highly trained staff whilst providing compassionate and supportive care for all members of the community.
The RMH is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.
Interested?
If you are looking for a challenging role and can demonstrate the above capabilities, connect with us.
For a confidential discussion please connect via the details below.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment and COVID-19 Vaccination prior to commencement.