Enrolled Nurse OrthopaedicUrology

Geelong - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Your role at St John of God St John of God Geelong Hospital

You will be responsible for delivering high quality general nursing care under the direction of a division 1 Registered Nurse.

2 North is a 30 bed Orthopaedic and Urology surgical ward. 2 North caregivers provide care for post operative patients following Orthopaedic procedures which include joint replacements ligament and fracture repairs and urology procedures which range from kidney stone extraction to major robotic surgery.

We are currently seeking applications from suitably qualified Endorsed Enrolled Nurses to join our highly skilled team on 2 North at St John of God Geelong Hospital.

This is a permanent night shift position. Shifts are:

9:30pm - 7:30am

Week 1 - Monday Tuesday

Week 2 - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Sunday

Hours may be negotiated

The Position

Works in consultation and co-operation with other care team members to provide care according to the physical and emotional needs of the patient and their families.
Discharge planning is initiated on patients admission to ensure appropriate use of all resources and the patient/family are well prepared for discharge.
Maintains clear concise accurate and timely nursing documentation
Employs self-management strategies to maintain own health and wellbeing.
Participate in contribute to and implement quality improvement and risk management into all aspects of service
The caregiver recognising St John of God Health Care commitment to responsible environmental stewardship will support the organisational Environmental goals in performance of all duties.

To succeed you have current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse with the ability to solve problems or seek help from appropriate resources with a commitment to on-going education. You will demonstrate commitment to quality patient care and satisfaction along with well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills.

To succeed you will have the ability to work effectively and harmoniously within the multi-disciplinary health care team with a commitment to ongoing education and professional development. Previous experience within a hospital environment and Orthopaedic and Urology experience will be highly regarded.

Above all patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

Salary: $64650 to $73450 (pro rata if part time) plus 12% superannuation
Permanent part time position available
Salary packaging up to $18550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage rent meal entertainment holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
Novated leasing
work related expenses
self-education and
additional superannuation
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options additional purchased leave and well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Dynamic multidisciplinary team

For enquiries contact Lucy Jennings NUM on

If suitable applicants are identified advertisement may close prior to listed date and screening/interviews may commence throughout the advertising process.

At St John of God Health Care we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure welcoming and accessible and unified through our diverse community.

All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.

Required Experience:

Your role at St John of God St John of God Geelong HospitalYou will be responsible for delivering high quality general nursing care under the direction of a division 1 Registered Nurse.2 North is a 30 bed Orthopaedic and Urology surgical ward. 2 North caregivers provide care for post operative patie...