Position Details

Reference Number 164102
Position Title Surfcoast Primary Care Coordinator - Community Health
Employment Status Permanent Full Time
Program Community Health Rehab & Palliative Care
Location Torquay CHC
Salary $0.00
Hours Per Fortnight 80
Position Summary

• Clinical leadership opportunities of a high performing, multidisciplinary services across the Surfcoast region.
• Permanent full time – 80 hours per fortnight (includes 1 ADO per month)
• Be a part of major health initiatives within a growth corridor
• Ongoing training and professional development in supported work environment

About the facility

The Surfcoast Primary Care team operates from the Anglesea and Torquay Community Health Centres and works in close partnership with stakeholders across the Surfcoast region. This role offers the opportunity to support the delivery of innovative and evidenced-based care across a growth corridor.

The Primary Care team incorporates multidisciplinary health professionals from allied health and nursing backgrounds. This dynamic and high performing team provides services ranging from early intervention through to the support of consumers with chronic and complex needs

About the role

The primary objective is to coordinate daily operations of the local Primary Care team and assist in planning, implementation and organisation of clinical care. The role requires working in close partnership with key stakeholders to ensure successful integration of high quality clinical services. The successful candidate will be driven to ensure that a person-centred approach is embedded to achieve optimal health outcomes. Demonstrated accountability, effective communication and time-management skills are essential. The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and motivate staff through change.

This position provides a great career opportunity to contribute to service innovation and delivery of high quality care to the community.

About the culture

Become a part of a team who enjoys an interesting, challenging and meaningful work life balance. Continue to grow and develop your talents and capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.

If you are looking to take on a challenging and significant role, we welcome your application.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development
• Access to employee wellness facility
• Salary packaging
• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team on (03) 4215 0520 or via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Geelong, Victoria
Selection Criteria Essential: Can you please list Barwon Health's values?
Essential: Can you please choose one of Barwon Health's values and describe a situation in the workplace where you have displayed this value?
Essential: Tertiary Qualification in relevant health discipline
Essential: Extensive clinical experience across a wide range of clinical settings
Essential: Proven ability to lead and motivate staff through change
Essential: Proven record of accountability and results
Desirable: Experience in Community Health
Desirable: Relevant post graduate qualification or working towards post graduate qualification
Contact Person Lauren Woodall
Contact Person Job Title Acting South Area Manager
Contact Number (03) 4215 6805
Alternate Contact Person Sue Hunt
Alternate Contact Number 048 802 2815
Closing Date 07/12/2020

Barwon Health

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• A current AHPRA registration
• EENs must have worked in Australia for at least 6 months post grad
• RNs must have worked in Australia for at least 12 months post grad
  

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• Shifts available in Geelong at a wide range of Public & Private facilities including; AM, PM & ND
• Flexibility to decide when and where you work
• Choice of weekly pay or QuickPay service to receive payments within 48hrs of a shift
• Free Professional Indemnity Insurance
• Free Criminal Record Check
• Free Uniforms
• Free Online and Practical education packages that equal CPD points
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• Are you looking to make a mark in the profession of psychiatry?


• Enjoy a supportive role enabling you to develop yourself and a team of clinicians


• Enhance your career at one of Victoria’s leading regional health care service

About Geelong

Sitting within one of Victoria’s six regional health centres, Barwon Health serves the community of Greater Geelong and beyond. Victoria’s second largest city after Melbourne, Geelong is becoming recognised as a creative city-region, adaptive and enterprising. The local government has also placed a great emphasis on innovation, employment and economic growth in the Geelong region.

To find out more about the Geelong region, visit our Moving to the Region page on the Barwon Health website.

About the facility

Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Service (MHDAS) provides integrated and recovery oriented mental health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, mental health and drug & alcohol issues, and their families.

Our service is internationally recognised for its innovative clinical programs and integrated models of practice that are client centred, accessible and family inclusive. We are fortunate to enjoy terrific internal relationships and have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide for seamless integrated care for our clients.

MHDAS is entering a new phase of co-design of our service system with people who access our services and our wider community. This will build on our nationally recognized unique cultural approach to the challenges of recovery oriented service delivery to redesign our service system. 

About the role

Within Barwon Health, the Mental Health Directorate is a forward-looking unit with a vision to be at the leading edge of psychiatric treatment and analysis in Australia. This unit is currently looking for experienced Consultant Psychiatrists to work within the Child and Youth Mental Health teams.

As the Consultant Psychiatrist you will Provide leadership in the provision of high quality Psychiatric Services to patients, consumers and client in your care. You will act as a delegate of the authorised Psychiatrist as defined in the Mental Health Act 2014 and you will contribute to the Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Program of the service.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team on (03) 4215 0520 or via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Victoria

Are you motivated to improve the lives of those living with mental illness? Can you support others positively to achieve desired outcomes? Additional attributes we are looking for include:

• Effectively and quickly build rapport with people
• Previous experience in Mental Health (professional, volunteer, lived experience)
• Goal setting to work towards independence
• Flexibility, patience, initiative and emotional resilience
• Effective listening skills & an adaptable communication style
• Advocate for others and build support networks
• Contribute positively within a team and work autonomously to manage your case load
• Qualifications / experience in Mental Health, Social Work or other relevant qualification (or be actively studying)

It is a requirement of this position to acquire and maintain a positive Working with Children's Check, a satisfactory National Police History Check and a current & valid driver's license.

About the Role

Ermha365 is forming a new team with the support provided within this program being transferred to our service. Our Support Facilitators goal is to enable rather than do, to promote independence, development and confidence of the individuals. Our success will enable them to have the voice and choice to thrive in their local communities. The Support Facilitator role entails:

• Provide individual support to adults living with severe mental illness on a short to medium term basis (3-12 months)
• Volunteer Coordination
• Group facilitation
• Advocacy & working 1:1 with clients to access and engage with a range of supports
• Empower people to make connections in the community
• Develop recovery goals, implement steps to achieve set goals
• Monitor and track the progress of goals
• Support planning and review, direct support and exit planning

Shifts available are:

Monday to Friday, 8 hours shifts, between 8am - 8pm.

While ermha365 continues to operate face-to-face services through COVID-19 we are taking appropriate actions to ensure that our staff and the people we support are as safe as possible. You will be expected to adhere to all COVID-19 standards, requirements and processes including (but not limited to) wearing appropriate PPE and regular hygiene and cleanliness practices.

What we can offer you

Ermha is an agile and innovative non-profit with a growth agenda across Australia. As an employee you will be offered:

• Opportunity to have a career that changes lives
• A supportive team environment that is engaging and inspiring
• A competitive total package including salary packaging
• Hours are 9am to 5pm (with flexibility to work on occasions during the hours of 8am and 8pm)

About ermha365

Ermha365 exists to ensure that people experiencing mental illness and cognitive disability, and their carers, can thrive in and become part of the community. We choose to work with people who have fallen through the gaps in the system and where there is no obvious support. We are often considered the provider of last resort.

We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Ermha

• An exciting opportunity to provide expert clinical and operational leadership in Barwon Health’s Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Services


• Permanent full time – 80 hours per fortnight


• Lead the development and implementation of the new Mental Health Hospital in the Home service. This is an innovative form of mental health service delivery informed by the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System


• Enjoy working in a supportive and innovative culture, close to the CBD of Geelong and our vibrant waterfront

About the facility

Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Services (MHDAS) provides integrated and recovery orientated mental health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, mental health and / or drug and alcohol issues, and their families.

About the role

This is an exciting new role within MHDAS. You will provide vision, leadership and financial accountability to the nine-bed Mental Health Hospital in the Home service. The role includes developing and embedding the model of care, oversight of clinical workflow, establishing and maintaining relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, operational management and data reporting / analysis.

We are looking for a strategic, collaborative nurse unit manager who has experience in acute mental health service delivery, a passion for leadership, and who values high quality, innovative, evidence based and recovery orientated practice. The position will work closely with the MHDAS leadership team to understand current service provision and build further service capacity for acute mental health treatment.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• A strong understanding of your own personal and professional values, and the skills to develop a values-based team culture


• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams in acute community and / or inpatient settings


• Demonstrated ability to lead and sustain system change

About the culture

This is a new service within the established Mental Health Acute Intervention Services team. We are an enthusiastic, energetic and focused team who work cohesively together. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong working partnerships in the workplace and in the community. As a team, we are focussed on providing the highest quality, consumer-focused care.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team on (03) 4215 0520 or via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Melbourne, Victoria

• Clinical leadership opportunities of a high performing, multidisciplinary services across the Surfcoast region.


• Permanent full time – 80 hours per fortnight (includes 1 ADO per month)


• Be a part of major health initiatives within a growth corridor


• Ongoing training and professional development in supported work environment

About the facility

The Surfcoast Primary Care team operates from the Anglesea and Torquay Community Health Centres and works in close partnership with stakeholders across the Surfcoast region. This role offers the opportunity to support the delivery of innovative and evidenced-based care across a growth corridor.

The Primary Care team incorporates multidisciplinary health professionals from allied health and nursing backgrounds. This dynamic and high performing team provides services ranging from early intervention through to the support of consumers with chronic and complex needs

About the role

The primary objective is to coordinate daily operations of the local Primary Care team and assist in planning, implementation and organisation of clinical care. The role requires working in close partnership with key stakeholders to ensure successful integration of high quality clinical services. The successful candidate will be driven to ensure that a person-centred approach is embedded to achieve optimal health outcomes. Demonstrated accountability, effective communication and time-management skills are essential. The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and motivate staff through change.

This position provides a great career opportunity to contribute to service innovation and delivery of high quality care to the community.

About the culture

Become a part of a team who enjoys an interesting, challenging and meaningful work life balance. Continue to grow and develop your talents and capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.

If you are looking to take on a challenging and significant role, we welcome your application.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

 If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team on (03) 4215 0520 or via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Geelong, Victoria

We live in Greater Geelong 3216 and need help looking after 3 children. We are looking for a reliable family day care educator to help us out. Looking forward to hearing from you.

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Created by Kat
on 24/11/2020

Job Details

$25 - $32 / Hour

Starts: Shortly

About Family

3 Children

Age: Toddler (1-3 years), Primary school age (7-12 years), Early School Age (4-6 years)

Desired services

Pick-up / Drop off

Care

• Temporary part-time opportunity (January – December 2021) - 32 hours per fortnight


• Great career development opportunity


• Join our world class and innovation-led organisation today

About Clinical Education and Training

The Clinical Education and Training Unit leads an integrated approach to clinical education and training, helping Barwon Health to achieve its education goals by delivering, supporting and promoting coordinated, quality education and training across health care roles in Barwon Health and the Barwon South Western region. We comprise of an interprofessional team of clinical educators and support staff across allied health, nursing, midwifery, and medical disciplines, working together to develop clinicians who model excellent practice, challenge poor practice, and inspire others.

About the Nursery

The Special Care Nursery at Barwon Health is a Level 5 Neonatal Unit. It has capacity for up to 20 cots, and is staffed for 13 babies with the ability to increase as required. The nursery has recently undergone extensive upgrading and redeveloped. The facilities are fresh and vibrant and include 2 resuscitation rooms, respiratory support capability for up to 4 babies, a separate parent lounge and 2 overnight rooms. Neonatal care is provided to neonates 31 weeks onwards, with staffing 1:3 according to ratios.

About the role

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen with Barwon Health in Geelong. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and passionate Clinical Nurse Educator for Special Care Nursery on a fixed term basis until December 2021.

As the Clinical Nurse Educator – Special Care Nursery you will:

• Develop and evaluate education programs, learning materials, resources and education opportunities for all learning needs and stages of clinical staff in Special Care Nursery.


• Collaborate with new and existing clinical staff to address specific areas of learning needs and opportunities, formulate individual learning plans, and encouraging the attendance of further skill development.


• Actively participate in clinical assessment of staff, certification of competencies, professional development, review of clinical guidelines, quality improvement & organisational accreditations.


• Implement a unique orientation program, specific to Special Care Nursery, and facilitate in collaboration with fellow Women’s & Children’s educators, University educators, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Associate Nurse Unit Mangers & Nurse Unit Managers.


• Foster the philosophy of evolving learning needs and development, via formal and informal education sessions and resource materials.


• Co-ordinate the clinical and theoretical component of the postgraduate nursing program affiliated with the collaborating university.


• Actively pursue opportunities and programs to advance own professional skills and knowledge, to promote standards of nursing care and clinical practice, in accordance to current, best and evidence based practice.

 About the culture

The Clinical Education and Training Unit offer a supportive and collaborative interdisciplinary team environment, and a diverse and challenging work program that integrates the health sector and the education sector. We are committed to developing clinicians who lead in their practice and engage in career-long teaching and learning. We aim to be recognised for excellence in learner engagement and teaching collaboration. We are all dedicated to supporting the organisation in achieving our vision of - By 2050, everyone in our community enjoys the best health and wellbeing in Victoria.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team on (03) 4215 0520 or via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Geelong, Victoria

• Gain valuable experiences to assist your future career prospects


• Join our supportive team in Intensive Care Unit on a part time permanent basis


• Be the initial point of contact for all visitors to Intensive Care Unit

About the facility

The Barwon Health ICU is a 24-bed ICU, providing tertiary critical care services to the Barwon South Western region. The ICU cares for medical, surgical, and cardiothoracic adults, as well as collaborative programs to care for adult ECMO and critically ill children. The ICU unit supplies a central vascular access and critical care echocardiography service to Barwon Health. The ICU is actively involved in clinical research, critical care education for Deakin School of Medicine, and education and training of junior doctors and nurses.

About the role

As the Receptionist in ICU you will be the first point of contact for all consumers visiting Intensive Care. This position is weekdays covering 4.30 pm - 8.30 pm.

You will be required to provide efficient and courteous reception, clerical, and administrative services for consumers attending our services at the University Hospital Geelong.

To be successful you will have:

• Proficient skills in Microsoft office products


• Ability to assist in the planning and development and implementation of systems to ensure the effective and efficient running of the unit and its activities


• Ability to liaise with all levels of hospital management, staff and external authorities and possess the ability to refer, advise, and assist with routine issues, problems and requests

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team on (03) 4215 0520 or via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Geelong, Victoria

• Healthcare & Medicine
• Aged Care
• VIC Other
• Casual

12/5/2020

• Work life balance, work close to home
• Rostered shifts and career development opportunities
• Competitive salary with tax benefits

Direct Care Worker - Geelong

• Rostered shifts and career development opportunities
• Competitive salary with tax benefits

If you have a genuine passion to work with the aged or with adults and children with disabilities and like to work independently, then this is the role for you. Responsibilities include providing domestic cleaning and support, shopping and transport of clients, respite and personal care.

To apply for this role it is essential you possess the following:

• Certificate III in Aged Care/Individual Support, Home and Community Care, Community Services, Disability or transcript of results showing completion of first year nursing studies;
• A caring and reliable attitude;
• First Aid Level 2 Certificate;
• Current driver's licence and registered vehicle.

The following skills and experiences are desirable but not essential:

• Experience in community based care;
• Experience working with people with disabilities;
• Current WWC Card and interest in working with children with complex needs.

mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation with a reputation for excellence. We have provided care to the Victorian community since 1959, offering residential aged care, home care packages, respite care, in-home support, community housing, community programs, disability and nursing services. We provide optimal choice for people of all ages, irrespective of financial, religious, cultural or lifestyle background.

mecwacare cares for more than 16,500 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria through a highly-integrated service network operated by more than 2,000 employees and 450 volunteers. Our staff are culturally and linguistically diverse, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 98 languages.

Our organisation believes in responding to the changing needs of the community and actively encourages and supports continuous improvement, innovation and safe service delivery.

mecwacare offers opportunities for professional development, with an ongoing learning culture and generous salary packaging options. If you are passionate about supporting best practice and consumer focused outcomes through staff engagement and skills development and wish to benefit from our generous salary packaging options, please contact us. All successful applicants will need to have and/or undergo a successful Police Check.

If you are looking for flexible working hours, are driven to provide high quality care and wish to benefit from our generous salary packaging options, please apply now!

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Position Summary

About The Role

Summary of the role: The role is responsible for service development, ongoing client assessment, and development and review of care plans in consultation with clients and key stakeholders. Working as part of a team, you will make a positive impact on the lives of our residents with your compassionate and supportive approach that empowers resident choice and independence.

• Full time permanent position based in Marshalltown, just 15 minutes from the centre of Geelong
• Provide quality resident-focused and clinical care utilising a person-centred approach.
• Reporting to the Service Manager you will effectively manage and lead a team of carers and nurses by demonstrating our core values.
• Take an active role in getting to know and communicating with our residents and their families.
• Manage residents’ assessments, treatment, care plans and other documentation to the highest standard.

About You

• Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Previous Clinical Management experience in an Aged Care environment and knowledge of relevant legislation
• Experience in managing and leading people by building a positive team culture
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Demonstrated understanding of person-centred care and ability to work well in a team environment

About Us

Mercy Health is a Catholic organisation grounded in a 2,000-year tradition of caring for others. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Health is made up of more than 9,500 people who provide acute and subacute hospital care, aged care, mental health programs, maternity and specialist women’s health services, early parenting services, home care services and health worker training and development.

Mercy Health is proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the WGEA.

What We Offer

Mercy Health recognises that many people want to work somewhere that is more than ‘just a job.’ At Mercy Health, we pride ourselves on our values-based culture, and offer a generous range of benefits to support you to maintain a healthy work/life balance. These include:

• Salary packaging benefits
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Camp Australia School Holiday Program
• Career progression and development opportunities
• A range of discounts available across a diverse portfolio of financial, healthcare, travel and other services

We focus on caring for our staff members and those important to them. We support all staff to be their authentic selves at work through Whole Self @ Mercy Health - our network group for LGBTIQ staff and allies.

At Mercy Health we pride ourselves on embracing diversity and foster an inclusive culture where individual differences are respected and celebrated. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

To be the successful candidate you must meet the position requirements as well as provide a current Police Record Check. Mercy Health may conduct additional background checks subject to current legislation.

If you have any questions or require any adjustments to ensure a fair and equitable interview and selection process please contact us on the details below.

• Be a part of a multidisciplinary team striving for excellence


• Enjoy a flexible and healthy work/life balance in this casual position


• Challenge yourself in a mixed adult and paediatric ICU


• Grow and develop your talents and capabilities within a supportive unit with fantastic professional development opportunities

About the facility

The Barwon Health ICU is a 24-bed ICU, providing tertiary critical care services to the Barwon South Western region. The ICU cares for medical, surgical, and cardiothoracic adults, as well as collaborative programs to care for adult ECMO and critically ill children. The ICU unit supplies a central vascular access and critical care echocardiography service to Barwon Health. The ICU is actively involved in clinical research, critical care education for Deakin School of Medicine, and education and training of junior doctors and nurses.

About the role

As the Registered Nurse you are responsible for the provision of patient focused holistic nursing care to those assigned to you, in order to achieve desired clinical outcomes.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Providing quality patient care using evidence based approach and in line with Barwon Health Policy and Procedure.


• Delivery of consumer centred care that meets best practice standards


• Establishing and maintaining effective communication within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure patients receive quality ongoing care.

The successful applicant will be an experienced ICU nurse with excellent communication skills and a desire to plan and deliver high quality patient centred care. You will possess sound clinical knowledge and experience in acute nursing.

About the culture

The Barwon Health ICU strives to achieve a culture of patient-centred care through respect, compassion, accountability, and innovation. The ICU consultant staff contribute to this through a team based approach that promotes these goals. The successful applicant will be supported through leadership training, and professional development planning to help them realise their goals. This culture has created a dynamic environment where high quality care is delivered.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

At Barwon Health we harness a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We will embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

Our organisation promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of our staff and consumers including children, and have appropriate recruitment resources in place to ensure background checks and reference checks are completed.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We Barwon Health is proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Geelong, Victoria