Registered Nurse - Gastroenterology and Orthopaedics

Join a fast paced specialised medical/surgical ward!

• Full Time and Part Time ongoing positions available
• Excellent opportunities for professional development, skills and knowledge consolidation
• Be a part of an inclusive, dynamic and skilled team

About the team:

5 North is a fast paced medical/surgical ward & one of only three state home TPN service providers.

5 North is a 20 bed inpatient ward specialising in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Orthopaedic Medicine.  Our patient cohort varies from conditions such as; Peptic ulcer disease, acute and chronic pancreatitis and gastrointestinal cancers, from an orthopaedic medicine perspective, patients predominantly present with fractured neck of femurs with or without associated secondary fracture.

5 North is a culturally & gender diverse team with staff from all around the globe. We are a very close knit team and often refer to ourselves as ‘The 5 North Family’.

We enjoy a collaborative working environment, well supported by highly skilled Clinical Nurse Consultants, Clinical Nurse Educator, Medical staff, Pharmacists and Allied Health.

What will your typical day look like?

• Provide high quality standards of patient care. This includes the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation for care in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
• Great team that works well together in a fast paced environment
• You will gain experience in specialist medical skills
• Perform nursing interventions and procedures in accordance with Royal Melbourne Hospital policy and procedures
• Be part of a team that prides itself on a collaborative and inclusive environment, committed to high quality evidence based patient care.

What you'll need to succeed:

• You are an AHPRA registered Nurse with ward experience and are willing 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
• Recent clinical experience in acute medical or surgical settings is desirable.

Benefits of working with at RMH:

• Access to a specialised clinical education team on a daily basis
• A Values based organisation offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including; On-site staff gym, Staff Medical Service, Employee Assistance Program, Peer Support Program - run by our dedicated employees
• Salary packaging options, monthly ADOs for full time staff (That’s an additional day off every month!), discounted onsite car parking, close to public transport.

Professional Development Opportunities:

• Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing-Options to discuss either medical & surgical specialties
• Newly available- RISE program -Registered Nurses Introduction to Specialty which is a free 6 month speciality program planned to commence late 2022
• A robust education calendar released monthly with ever changing education sessions held on during working hours on the ward
• Clinical and non-clinical short courses available & supported year round

Next steps?

Sound like the position for you? Click ‘Apply Now’ and attach your resume, cover letter and complete all questions within the application process to be considered.

Don’t miss out! Position may close early with suitable applicants being shortlisted immediately

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check.

In accordance with the Victorian Government’s Mandatory Vaccination Directions, all employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 with TGA approved vaccines and must provide evidence of their vaccination status prior to commencement.