Registered Nurse – Critical Care Services (ICU) in Melbourne

Western Health’s Intensive Care Units are seeking highly motivated and suitably qualified Intensive Care Nurses to join our dedicated critical care team. Western Health's purpose is to work collaboratively to deliver high-quality health and wellbeing services for the people of Melbourne's West.

Ensure safe and high quality, evidence-based patient care is planned and delivered that is in line with Western Health values (Cares - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety), policies and procedures.

Communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure best care for patients. Promote and maintain a positive workplace culture that supports teamwork. Support, mentor and promote ongoing learning and professional development for all staff within the unit. Actively participate in quality improvement projects for the source.

Qualifications:

• Postgraduate Certificate in Intensive Care Nursing or Critical Care Nursing.
• Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (APHRA).
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently, as required.
• Demonstrated passion for intensive care nursing and a commitment to being a positive role model within the unit.
• Flexibility to work within a rotating roster, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills.

Western Health’s ICU at Footscray Hospital provides care to general medical/surgical adult patients in our state-of-the-art facility. Footscray ICU has two 11-bed pods, currently running at 11 ICU equivalent. It’s designed and specially equipped to provide advanced physiological monitoring and life supporting therapies to patients with a critical illness.

Western Health’s ICU at Sunshine Hospital provides care for a diverse range of patients, including those with general medical, surgical and obstetric conditions. It features 13 physical bed spaces and accommodates up to 12 ICU equivalents. Specifically designed and equipped, Sunshine ICU offers advanced physiological monitoring and life-support therapies for patients experiencing critical illnesses.

Our Pool is the heartbeat of Western Health, ensuring seamless coverage across all our campuses. As a Pool Registered Nurse you will be contracted to fill ICU vacancies that arise daily across our Western Health sites.

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions. More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings.

We are committed to driving innovation, and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development:

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion:

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment:

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies. Applications close Friday 30 October 2026 at 11.59pm.