Registered Nurse - Paediatrics

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

Registered Nurse – Paediatric Unit

Epworth Richmond | Permanent Part-Time or Full-Time Opportunity

At Epworth Richmond, our Paediatric Unit provides exceptional care to babies, children and adolescents in a supportive, family-centred environment. We are seeking compassionate and experienced Registered Nurses to join our specialised team, caring for patients from 28 days through to 18 years of age across a 19-bed inpatient and 6-bed day procedure unit.

Reporting to the Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality clinical care while supporting children and their families during what can often be a challenging and stressful time.

The Opportunity

In this rewarding role, you will:

• Provide care to acute paediatric patients, including those requiring Hi-Flow Oxygen Therapy and complex post-operative care such as spinal fusion surgery for scoliosis.
• Care for patients across a broad range of specialties including Orthopaedics, ENT, Plastics, Oral Maxillofacial, General Surgery, Pain Management and Endocrine services.
• Support emergency medical admissions through our expanding Paediatric Emergency Department.
• Deliver patient and family-centred care, educating and supporting parents before and after their child’s treatment or surgery.
• Collaborate within a close-knit multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and their families.

Position Description    Inherent Requirements

About Richmond

Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside top-flight practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities and technologies.

Qualifications

About You

You are a caring and adaptable Registered Nurse who enjoys building rapport with children, adolescents and their families. You have the ability to put young patients at ease, communicate effectively across all age groups, and provide compassionate care in a busy acute environment.

To be successful, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• A minimum of two years' acute Paediatric nursing experience.
• Sound clinical knowledge of Paediatric nursing care.
• Knowledge and understanding of Child Safe Standards.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check.
• Postgraduate qualification in Paediatric Nursing (desirable, not essential).

Additional Information

Why Epworth?

At Epworth, you'll join Victoria's largest not-for-profit private healthcare group and be part of a supportive team committed to excellence in patient care. We offer opportunities for ongoing professional development, career progression and the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and their families every day.

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:

• 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
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

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.

The annual salary for a full time Registered Nurses – AUD $85,732 - $107,669 + super + entitlements depending on registration type, year level and position (prorated for part-time).

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join a specialised paediatric team delivering exceptional care to some of our youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Enquire / Apply

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

Please Note:  Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the application closing date.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or call (03) 9426 0606.

Apply now… we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

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.