At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist healthcare teams in providing patient care and support registered nurses and midwives.
- Company: Bayside Health, a leading public health service in Melbourne.
- Benefits: Free onsite parking, generous salary packaging, and access to top-tier training.
- Other info: Join a vibrant team committed to inclusion and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while gaining valuable experience in healthcare.
- Qualifications: Must be enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year of Nursing or Midwifery degree.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
The RUSON works as an assistant to the health care team, assisting the registered nurses and midwives to provide delegated aspects of patient care. Elements of direct and indirect patient care will be delegated in accordance with the professional judgement of the supervising registered nurse and in accordance with the level of achieved educational preparation and assessed competence of the individual RUSON. The RUSON will be allocated to a specific ward/unit and will work in accordance with the specific ward/unit duty list.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Enrolled in the 2nd year (Nursing) or 3rd year (Nursing/Midwifery) of a Bachelor of Nursing or a Bachelor of Nursing/ Bachelor of Midwifery or other double degree with Bachelor of Nursing component, registered as a student nurse with AHPRA with no conditions or undertakings.
- Be able to provide a transcript of evidence of successful completion of first year undergraduate Nursing qualification from a University in Australia.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Caring, pro-active, engaging manner with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Ability to work casual AM, PM and ND shifts across 7 days rotating roster (around clinical placements).
- A valid Police Check and Working with Children's Check.
- Previous experience working in a healthcare setting would be an advantage.
- Evidence of semester clinical reports.
- Awareness of current issues and trends in Nursing.
- Sound interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer-focus.
- Demonstrated evidence of commitment to ongoing education and professional development.
- Demonstrated critical and reflective thinking skills to contribute to clinical decision making.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.
RUSON in Koo-Wee-Rup employer: Bayside Health
Bayside Health is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and collaboration within a supportive work culture. With opportunities to work across multiple sites in Melbourne, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to driving meaningful change in the healthcare sector, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a commitment to professional development.
