Acute, Critical Care, Operating Room - Permanent Pool (CRU)

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Company Description Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people. We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging. Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters. Job Description Epworth HealthCare (Epworth) seeks Acute General Registered Nurses, Critical Care,Operating Room staff (Scrub/Scouts, Anaes and PACU) To join our high performing and highly valued Central Resource Unit (CRU) on a permanent part time basis. Positions are available across 3 locations of the Epworth Health group. Central Freemasons (East Melbourne) Richmond Richmond Rehab Eastern Suburbs Eastern (Box Hill) Hawthorn Camberwell Geelong Epworth Geelong Staff recruited into the permanent pool team are based in either Central, Eastern Suburbs or Geelong but are not limited to just one location. Importantly, you can choose your primary location, and you can choose if you want to pick up shifts in other locations too. What will this model look like? Each staff member can select their primary hospitals where they want to pick up shifts Staff can choose to pick up additional shifts in other Epworth Locations CCRN will have an expected requirement of working between Richmond & Eastern Supernumerary and education are provided to staff to ensure they are set up for success Access to a mobile app to pick up shifts at ease across the group Experience variety of work by having the ability to work or transition across different specialities and areas You will make an impact by: Delivering an exceptional patient experience Providing high standards of nursing care Encouraging and role-modelling empathy to patients, families and medical staff To be successful in this role, you will… Have a minimum 3 Years of relevant nursing experience Have a contemporary knowledge of best practice in surgical/medical nursing care and/or midwifery, and the patient journey.  Have Permanent residency, Australian citizenship or working rights Have recency of practise across both Medical and Surgical nursing (if wanting to join as a general acute nurse) Have excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills Be adaptable to different teams and working environments Be teachable and have a willingness to learn and grow professionally  Enjoy the challenge of working flexibly within a team environment.  Possess a strong understanding and background of patient-centred care Have well-developed time management and prioritisation skills  Position Description Inherent Requirements Qualifications A current Registered Nurse AHPRA registration Critical Care Post Graduate qualification (If wanting to join as a pure CCRN) Perioperative Post Graduate certificate is desirable but not essential (for Operating Room staff) Possess a current Working with Children Check (Employee) Additional Information At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to: This is a new unique permanent pool model, please contact the Central Resource Unit to better understand this new concept Education and support with a dedicated nurse educator  Exposure to different specialties and diverse clinical settings Opportunities for professional development  Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone. If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help us deliver exceptional healthcare for every patient, every day. To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter (as a single file). For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact Anna.Imbesi@epworth.org.au for staff interested to be based at Eastern Suburbs and or Aimee.cooper@epworth.org.au / Laura.doherty@epworth.org.au for staff interested to be based at Central and Bec.Cooke@epworth.org.au if interested in the Geelong location. Please Note: Applications are reviewed as received. Don’t wait—this role may be filled before the closing date. It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy. As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you). At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care. Videos To Watch