Registered Nurse - Cardiology / Monash Heart
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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About the Role:
We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Registered Nurse who wish to progress their nursing career in Cardiac Care and enhancing their clinical knowledge in this field of Nursing. Work closely in supporting the team to ensure the provision of safe and effective care as well as assist with the efficient management of the ward on a shift basis.
- Join our team as a Registered Nurse on a Fixed Term part- time (May 2025 – May 2026) basis to work at Victorian Heart Hospital, Clayton
- This is a rotating roster Monday to Sunday, all shifts, including Night Duty
About Us:
The Victorian Heart Hospital is Australia’s first hospital, dedicated to providing care for all acute, complex tertiary, and quaternary cardiac patients during their entire inpatient stay. Ward 7B is a Cardiac Inpatient Unit that features a unique patient centred model of care and provides specialist nursing care for Cardiology, Cardiothoracic and Heart Failure patients.
As a member of the nursing team you are an integral part of a wider multidisciplinary team committed to providing excellent cardiac care in a state-of-the-art facility. Onsite there are ten cardiac cath labs, five operating theatres, Cardiac ICU, and a Cardiac ED that service a large local catchment area and receive referrals from other hospitals for tertiary care.
Part of our commitment towards clinical excellence, we offer professional development pathways from Graduate Nurse Program (GNP), Transition Into Cardiac Care (TICC) course, and to Postgraduate studies and Master of Nursing Practice, via course / research work, in affiliation with Monash University.
About You:
To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge:
- Current Cardiac and Cardiac Surgical experience in acute and critical care areas are highly desirable
- Completion of Post Graduate Certificate or Diploma in Critical Care/Cardiac Care is highly desirable
- Strong desire to join a high performing team
- Outstanding communication and time management skills
- Availability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster
In Return:
- You will have access to Monash Health learning portals to further expand your clinical skills and knowledge
- avenues to further develop your leadership and project management skills
- Mentorship and career guidance
- a supportive learning environment
- a positive working environment
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Michael Romero on (03) 7511 1800.
Position Description can be found here
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At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 24 April 2026