Registered Nurse - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

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Monash Newborn is seeking passionate individuals like you to join our dynamic healthcare team. If you have a heart for newborns and a commitment to excellence in nursing, we want to hear from you!  

Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.

About the Role 

Join our team as a Registered Nurse on a full time or part time basis, fixed term and Ongoing opportunities available to work at Monash Children's Hospital based at Clayton

As a Registered Nurse in Monash Newborn - NEST, you will play a crucial role in the care and support of premature and critically ill newborns. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of neonatologists, paediatricians, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional care to our patients. You’ll enjoy the variety and challenge that comes from working with likeminded skilled senior staff and clinical mentors, while being supported by others across the program and across our large, complex health service.  

We work within a team model of care - and in practicing within this model, we provide our patients and their families, a consistency in their care provision and clear communication across their journey. We have fixed term and ongoing, full and part time opportunities across a 24 hour rotating roster. We offer within the first 2 years of employment, the opportunity to complete a Post Grad Certificate, or a pathway to Masters in Neonatal Intensive care.  

About Us 

Monash Newborn, situated in the Monash Children’s hospital, is a 64 bed medical and surgical neonatal unit, with a reputation for delivering outstanding family centred care to neonates. Monash Newborn operates as a single unit with 2 Nurse Managers who look after the daily operations and staff management across Sunbird and Kingfisher teams.  

About You 

You have been developing your clinical skills as a Registered Nurse within SCN or NICU, or are looking to move from an acute setting and growing your career, showing your commitment and passion for Family Centred Care. To ensure your success in this role, you will have following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge:  

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia to practice independantly as a Registered Nurse
• Demonstrated clinical experience in neonatal nursing (preferred)  
• Demonstrated Acute experience if not in Neonatal Nursing  
• Evidence of, or a willingness to complete a Post Graduate Certificate in Neonatal Intensive Care  
• Outstanding communication and time management skills coupled with delivering holistic women and family centred care  
• Flexibility and commitment to the operational needs of the program  

You Are Also:  

• Dedicated to safe best practice & quality care.  
• Committed to delivering patient-centered care and patient advocacy.  
• Enthusiastic, compassionate, and able to work collaboratively.  

Why Choose Monash Health? 

Monash Health is committed to the professional development and well-being of its staff. As a Registered Nurse at Monash Newborn, you can expect to:  

• Join a dynamic team passionate about family centred care  
• Engage in exciting projects and contribute to healthcare innovation.  
• Collaborate with supportive colleagues in a vibrant work environment.  
• Unlock opportunities for professional growth and development.  
• We offer inclusion, equity, opportunity and a workplace where kindness matters  
• Enjoy the benefits of Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs and work closer to home  
• Salary packaging options, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing program, Free flu vaccinations, Private health insurance at discounted rates, + more  

Join us at Monash Newborn and be a part of a team that provides exceptional care to the tiniest members of our community. Your nursing skills can make a world of difference to our littlest patients and their families. Apply today! 

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Lucy Johnston Recruitment Specialist on 0436626130 or email lucy.johnston@monashhealth.org.   

Position Description can be found here

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. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

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: October 20th 2024