Registered Nurse - General Surgery
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Department
Ward 33 is a 40-bed, fast-paced Upper GI surgical and Gastro Medicine ward that requires a registered nurse with surgical experience and who wants to further their nursing career.
We offer educational support with an experienced education team available Monday-Friday, in-house education sessions on all things Gastro Medicine and Upper GI surgery.
About the Role
Join our team as a Registered Nurse on a full-time or Part-time basis to work at Monash Medical Centre based at Clayton. In this role, you will be guided under the leadership of the Nurse Manager and working with the broader Nursing team.
- Mixture of both acute surgical nursing and Gastro-med nursing.
- Patient-centred provision of care to our cohort of patients
- Role modelling and working within the team collaboratively
- Participating in quality improvement across the program to support best practices
About You
To be successful in this RN role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes:
- Recent acute surgical nursing is advantageous; however, not mandatory
- Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, your nursing team and the wider MDT
- Effective time management skills and an enjoyment for working in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work a rotating roster, including NS.
- Current APHRA registration
Why you will love working with us
Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are a highly skilled, collaborative, and welcoming team where the only limit in your career is you. Upon your appointment, we will provide you with
- A supportive and cohesive sub-team
- Professional development opportunity with in-house education
- Salary packaging.
- On-site Gym options OR ability to join Fitness Passport - your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to: Karen Johnson- Nurse Manager on 03 9594-3360
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
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: 29/04/2026