Registered Nurse at St Vincents Health Network Sydney Public Hospital

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

92601.6

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Patient Care, Clinical Procedures, Risk Management, Documentation, Team Collaboration, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Patient Condition Assessment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Grade 2 Registered Nurse, GEM Unit, Kew Excellent benefits including salary packaging Friendly and challenging work environment! Fixed term contract 0.5 FTE from Feb 2026 - Feb 2027 About the Role The Geriatric Evaluation Management (GEM) Unit - Kew is a progressive and dynamic 24-bed unit specialising in the care of the older person. With an emphasis on person-centred care, our interdisciplinary team partner with consumers to optimise outcomes and preserve human dignity. The successful candidate is a member of the clinical multidisciplinary team and fulfils their role under the guidance and support of the Nurse Unit Manager or delegate. • Practice within a “patient centred care” framework • Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skillfully undertake clinical work • Actively contribute to supporting a high functioning nursing and multidisciplinary team • Communicate effectively, with patients and staff at all levels • Utilise written and verbal communication skills • Identify risk and proactively work to minimise and manage • Take all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical procedures • Complete annual clinical competencies Classifications for this position will range from YP3 - YP9 ($69,253.60 - $92,601.60 pro rata per annum). Your Contribution Have strong communication skills and demonstrate an understanding of patients with complex social dynamics. Assist Graduate Nurses, Grade 2 Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, casual nursing staff, agency nursing staff and student nurses. Accurately document patient care in accordance with health service guidelines. Respond to clinical changes in patient’s condition and initiate consultation with relevant medical/nursing and inter-disciplinary team as required. Current Nursing Registration with AHPRA Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain What we Offer A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling A healthy work/life balance encouraged Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay! Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals Culture of continuous improvement About Geriatric Evaluation Management - Kew The Geriatric Evaluation and Management Unit at Kew is a progressive and dynamic 24 bed unit specialising in care of the older person. With an emphasis on person-centred care, our inter-disciplinary team partners with patients and families to optimise outcomes and preserve human dignity. Working at St Vincent’s St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application, for attention of NUM Simon Delaney. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. Closing Date: 30 November 2025 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will practice within a patient-centered care framework and actively contribute to a high-functioning nursing and multidisciplinary team. They will communicate effectively with patients and staff, document patient care accurately, and respond to clinical changes in patients' conditions.