Title:  Critical Care Registered Nurse

Critical Care Registered Nurse – Ward 2.2 (Coronary Care Unit, Cardiology, Respiratory & Infectious Diseases)  

• 32 hours per week | 0.84 EFT | Fixed term contract – 4 Months 
• Box Hill Hospital | Close to public transport | Work close to home
• Dedicated & supportive team | Leadership role in a values-based organisation 

Eastern Health 

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community. 

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.  

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future. 

About the role 

We are seeking a critical care nurse to join our team.  

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Critical Care Registered Nurse to join Ward 2.2. 

Ward 2.2 is a fast‑paced clinical environment with a high proportion of monitored patients. A strong commitment to customer service and the delivery of high‑quality, patient‑centred care is essential. Applicants should be flexible, organised, compassionate and able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. 

About you  

 To be successful in this role you will possess: 

• Current Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA  
• Post Graduate qualifications in Cardiac or Critical Care Nursing
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership capability
• Sound clinical judgement and strong critical‑thinking skills
• A commitment to delivering safe, high‑quality patient care
• The ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills 

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment. 

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer. 

What we offer  

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here! 

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals  

Next Steps 

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia. 

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. 

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check. 

Good to know

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application 

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.