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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
Job Description:
Grade 2 Registered Nurse GEM Unit Kew
Excellent benefits including salary packaging
Friendly and challenging work environment!
Fixed term contract 0.5 FTE from Feb 2026 - Feb 2027
About the Role
The Geriatric Evaluation Management (GEM) Unit - Kew is a progressive and dynamic 24-bed unit specialising in the care of the older person. With an emphasis on person-centred care our interdisciplinary team partner with consumers to optimise outcomes and preserve human dignity. The successful candidate is a member of the clinical multidisciplinary team and fulfils their role under the guidance and support of the Nurse Unit Manager or delegate.
Practice within a patient centred care framework
Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skillfully undertake clinical work
Actively contribute to supporting a high functioning nursing and multidisciplinary team
Communicate effectively with patients and staff at all levels
Utilise written and verbal communication skills
Identify risk and proactively work to minimise and manage
Take all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical procedures
Complete annual clinical competencies
Classifications for this position will range from YP3 - YP9 ($69253.60 - $92601.60 pro rata per annum).
Your Contribution
Have strong communication skills and demonstrate an understanding of patients with complex social dynamics.
Assist Graduate Nurses Grade 2 Nurses Enrolled Nurses casual nursing staff agency nursing staff and student nurses.
Accurately document patient care in accordance with health service guidelines.
Respond to clinical changes in patients condition and initiate consultation with relevant medical/nursing and inter-disciplinary team as required.
Current Nursing Registration with AHPRA
Current National criminal history check or willing to obtain
What we Offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives with regular events and programs
Confidential solutions-focused employee counselling
A healthy work/life balance encouraged
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging Increase your take home pay!
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
Culture of continuous improvement
About Geriatric Evaluation Management - Kew
The Geriatric Evaluation and Management Unit at Kew is a progressive and dynamic 24 bed unit specialising in care of the older person. With an emphasis on person-centred care our inter-disciplinary team partners with patients and families to optimise outcomes and preserve human dignity.
Working at St Vincents
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application for attention of NUM Simon Delaney.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Closing Date:
30 November 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information visit https:// or get in contact at
View Reconciliation Action Plan
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Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
