Enrolled Nurse - Acute Medical

Enrolled Nurse (Acute Medical) - Knox Private Hospital

·        Supportive team environment, passionate leadership and focus on professional development 

·        Become a valued member of a rapidly growing organisation committed to providing an exceptional experience to the community we service 

·        Part time opportunities - Flexibility to suit your lifestyle 

Caring, organised and passionate about excellent patient care - Is this you?

Knox Private Hospital is seeking experienced Enrolled Nurses to join our General Medical Team on a part time basis. You will play a key role within a supportive team in ensuring high levels of patient care is provided.

About us

Knox Private Hospital is one of the largest private hospitals in Victoria, caring for over 1.2 million people across Melbourne’s east and outer east.

We have a 24/7 Emergency Department, covering a full range of medical and surgical specialty areas, including highly complex surgeries. Backed by the latest technology and expertise, we offer 15 theatres, including a hybrid theatre, diagnostic cardiology, two cardiac cath labs and capabilities for cardiothoracic surgery, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, urology and more. 

All supported by an expanded coronary care unit and intensive care unit. Our expert care team of surgeons, specialist doctors, dedicated nurses and other professionals will ensure that your experience is the best it can be.

As an Enrolled Nurse, your responsibilities will include:

·    Deliver safe, researched-based standards of nursing care to individuals/groups under the direction and supervision (either indirect or direct) of the RN

·    Work collaboratively with the wider healthcare team to support patient care needs

·    Act as a role model for Safe Practice

·    Administer medications according to state law and organisation policy

·    Have demonstrated ongoing commitment to professional development

Essential Criteria:

·    Authority to Work in Australia

·    Working with Children check

·    Current Registration (no restriction) with AHPRA

·    Compliance with ACQSHC National standards

·    Advanced level of clinical skills (desired)

·    Previous experience working as an Enrolled Nurse in a Hospital environment is essential

·    Commitment to Quality Patient Care

·    Demonstrated time management & organisational skills with the ability to meet objectives/timelines

·    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·    Sound clinical decision making and problem solving skills

·    Able to work of our rotational roster in this part time role

Why Healthscope?

We care about your career at Healthscope.

No matter where you go within our community of care, you’ll be supported by great team leaders, be part of strong, innovative teams who always strive for better and have the opportunity to flourish and grow.

Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.

Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development, specialisation and education, and support our people to grow and flourish.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Applications close: 14th December 2024

If you are successful, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant nursing experience against the current nursing Enterprise Agreement the "Healthscope - Victoria - Nurses' and Midwives' Agreement 2021-2025" (salaries range between $33.30 and $35.40 per hour)

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

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. 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