Registered Nurse - Coronary Care Unit
Registered Nurse - Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
Knox Private Hospital | Permanent Full Time & Part Time Opportunities
Advance Your Cardiac Nursing Career at One of Victoria's Leading Private Hospitals
Are you an experienced Coronary Care or Critical Care Nurse ready to take the next step in your career?
Join the dedicated team at Knox Private Hospital's 17-bed Coronary Care Unit (CCU) and work alongside highly skilled cardiac specialists in one of Victoria's largest and most respected private hospitals. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your expertise in managing complex cardiac patients while being supported by a collaborative team and strong professional development pathways.
Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time flexibility, you'll enjoy a rewarding role delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing advanced cardiac procedures, including TAVI, electrophysiology studies, ablations and interventional cardiology treatments.
Why You'll Love Working at Knox Private Hospital
- Join one of Victoria's largest and most established private hospitals
- Work in a dedicated 17-bed Coronary Care Unit with leading cardiac specialists
- Ongoing professional development and postgraduate education support
- Clear clinical, education and leadership career pathways
- Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team environment
- Flexible roster options to support work-life balance
- Convenient eastern suburbs location with discounted parking
- Access to Healthscope's national network and career opportunities
- Employee benefits including Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance and staff perks
About Knox Private Hospital
Knox Private Hospital provides world-class healthcare services to Melbourne's eastern and outer eastern communities. As the largest and most established private hospital in the region, we offer a comprehensive range of specialties including cardiology, open-heart surgery, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, urology and emergency care.
Our CCU is recognised for delivering exceptional care to patients with acute cardiac conditions and those undergoing complex cardiac procedures. Supported by a dedicated education team, you'll have access to ongoing training, advanced practice opportunities and postgraduate study support to help you achieve your career goals.
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse within our Coronary Care Unit, you will:
- Deliver evidence-based, patient-centred nursing care
- Assess, plan and provide care for patients with complex cardiac conditions
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Contribute to a culture of clinical excellence and continuous improvement
- Act as a role model for best practice and patient safety
- Educate and support patients and their families throughout their care journey
- Participate in ongoing professional development and quality initiatives
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification
- Post Graduate Certificate in Coronary Care or Critical Care, or a minimum of 2 years' experience working within a Coronary Care Unit
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a high-performing team
- Flexibility to work across a rotating roster
- Working rights in Australia
Join Our Community of Care
At Healthscope and Knox Private Hospital, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, compassion and clinical excellence, where your contribution is recognised and your professional growth is actively supported.
If you're passionate about cardiac nursing and want to work in an environment that encourages learning, development and career progression, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your Coronary Care nursing career with Knox Private Hospital.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 29th September 2026
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthscope.com.au
If you are successful, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant nursing experience against the current nursing Enterprise Agreement the Victoria - Nurses' and Midwives' Agreement 2025 (Salay range between $41.90 and $53.70 + 12% Super)
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required
to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
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