Title:  Registered Nurse - Discovery Day, Maroondah Hospital Intensive Care Unit

Registered Nurse -  Discovery Day, Maroondah Hospital Intensive Care Unit

• Maroondah Hospital ICU Invite you to experience and discover what it’s like to be an ICU RN.
• Get an insiders 'hands on' look as a Discovery Day 'visitor' to our unit
• Experience ICU at the bedside, observing a qualified CCRN buddy attending bedside care 
• Consider what your future career in ICU might look like

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

When attending a discovery day, you will be introduced to our team of qualified intensive care nurses, doctors and multidisciplinary team members.  You will experience a stimulating learning environment, and a great education and clinical nursing team. It is hoped the experience will assist you with a view to exploring possible application for a Transition to Specialty Practice Program (TSP) with us in the future.   

You can elect use your available paid Professional Development leave entitlements to attend this day with the approval of your manager. Please inform us and we will issue an attendance certificate. We will also ask you on the day to fill in an evaluation feedback form to help us continue to improve. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to make contact. 

Call us now so we can arrange a Discovery Day / date of your choice, and we look forward to meeting you on the day.

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA 
• Current or recent experience in acute Medical or Surgical nursing
• A strong commitment to seeking opportunities for personal development and advancement 
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team in delivering high quality care 

Following your application we will issue you a mandatory EH ICU Visitor Agreement document which includes personal information and details eg Vaccination compliance status. We can also provide you further information about us and our student learning opportunities and discuss your first steps towards your potential future career in ICU.   

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.

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.

Please click here to view the position description

Contact Person: Julie-Ann Evans

Contact Number: 03 9706 3060

Contact Email: Julie-ann.Evans@easternhealth.org.au

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day