Registered Nurse Level 1- Medicine at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Sep, 26

Salary

108780.0

Posted On

05 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient-Centred Care, Clinical Assessment, Medication Administration, Cardiac Monitoring, Acute Care, Chronic Kidney Disease Management, Dialysis, Neurological Care, Stroke Management, Infectious Disease Care, Mental Health Nursing, Gastroenterology Nursing, Clinical Deterioration Recognition, Fluid Imbalance Management, Electrolyte Disturbance Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Classification: Registered Nurse Level 1 (PN71494) Salary: $82,993 – $108,780 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: Canberra Health Services Section: Medicine Closing Date: 19 Jun 2026 What can we offer you: • City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra. • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval). To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services (act.gov.au) About the Role: Join a dynamic and supportive clinical team where your skills will make a meaningful difference every day. Ward 8B-Renal In Ward 8B Renal, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals living with acute and chronic kidney disease, including those requiring dialysis and complex medical management. In this rewarding role, you will perform comprehensive assessments, manage challenging symptoms such as fluid imbalance, electrolyte disturbances, and fatigue, administer medications safely, and closely monitor patients for potential complications. Working alongside experienced senior nurses and clinical development nurses, you will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to excellence in acute care. Coronary Care Unit In Coronary Care Unit, you will care for patients with acute and complex cardiac conditions in a fast-paced, highly specialised environment. As an RN1 in CCU, you will undertake detailed clinical assessments, provide continuous cardiac monitoring, deliver medications and advanced therapies, and play a crucial role in the early recognition and management of clinical deterioration. Supported by an expert team, you will contribute to delivering exceptional, patient-focused care while developing your clinical expertise in a cutting-edge setting. Ward 7A You will be part of a specialised Neurology and Infectious Diseases team, caring for patients across 28 inpatient beds along with 4 dedicated Acute Stroke beds. This fast-paced and highly rewarding environment provides exposure to complex neurological conditions, acute stroke management, and infectious disease care, allowing you to continually expand your clinical knowledge while playing a critical role in patient recovery and outcomes. Ward 7B Offers an equally engaging experience within a 32-bed General Medicine setting, supporting acutely unwell patients with mental health needs as well as those experiencing eating disorders. This ward provides a unique opportunity to develop your skills in both medical and mental health nursing, fostering a compassionate, patient-centred approach while working closely with specialist teams to support recovery and long-term wellbeing. Ward 9A You will join a dedicated Gastroenterology team within a 24-bed medical ward, delivering care to patients with a wide range of digestive and liver conditions. This role offers the chance to build expertise in managing complex medical presentations while contributing to a supportive, collaborative clinical environment focused on excellence in care. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Zivai Maburuse at (02) 5124 2657 or at zivai.maburuse@act.gov.au. #LI-DNI LinkedIn exclusion pixel. Leave in if Area does not want to post on LinkedIn, remove if they do.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across various specialized medical wards including Renal, Coronary Care, Neurology, and Gastroenterology. Perform comprehensive clinical assessments, administer medications, and monitor patients for clinical deterioration in an acute hospital setting.