Registered Nurse - Neurosciences

Jessie McPherson is a great place to work

Jessie McPherson Private Hospital (JMPH) is a bed tertiary level Private Hospital which has been co-located with Monash Medical Centre Clayton since 1987. Our co - location with Monash Health provides a unique opportunity for access to world-renowned research and teaching facilities.

Jessie McPherson Private Hospital

Jessie McPherson Private Hospital has been caring for Victorians for over 90 years, playing a vital role in providing a range of specialist private hospital care for the southeast suburbs of Melbourne and the wider Victorian community. 

Jessie McPherson Private Hospital is located at Monash Medical Centre in Clayton. We are proud to be a charitable organisation operating for the benefit of Monash Health, assisting the health service to further its goals in providing excellent care. 

Our co-location enables us to offer a boutique private experience whilst having access to all the multi-specialist facilities that a large tertiary hospital can offer. This provides unique career and growth opportunities, whether you work in our clinical or support service teams. 

Why Choose Jessie McPherson Private Hospital?

Jessie McPherson Private Hospital has a highly functioning healthcare workforce, with an enviable high staff retention rate. We believe this is due to the combination of our culture of compassion, opportunities for growth, and our commitment to each other. 

Compassionate Culture 

• Work in small, responsive team where ICARE values guide everything we do. 

Unrivalled Opportunities 

• Care for complex cases and grow your expertise with access to ICU, HDU and specialist teams. 

Commitment 

As part of the Monash Health family Jessie McPherson employees have access to the following benefits: 

• Salary packaging with SMART 

• Onsite car parking 

• And career development support 

Neurosciences Unit (Ward 31 South) 

Jessie McPherson Private Hospital has one of the most advanced Neurosciences departments of any hospital in Victoria due to our ability to care for clients requiring complex Neurological and Neurosurgical treatment. This includes patients undergoing surgery and also those with neurological disorders. Our high level services include: 

• 8 Neurosurgical High Dependency beds for patients who require a higher level of monitoring and specialised care 

• Access to Intensive Care Unit that allow for the best in immediate pre and post-operative observation and care 

• On site specialist medical team which includes extremely experienced Neurosurgeons and Neurologist, Vascular surgeons, Endocrine services and Respiratory Physicians. 

About the Role 

We presently have a number of opportunities for suitably qualified Registered Nurse to join our team in providing excellent care to our acute and complex Neurosurgical patients. Working across a rotating roster (24 hours / 7 days), we have permanent full time and part time positions. 

Bringing your passion and open interest for Neurosurgical nursing along with demonstrated experience in acute patient care will ensure your success within our team. We provide significant education and professional developmental support in this specialty area and if you're successful in your application, we can consider both full time and part time hours.   

Our experienced and talented nursing team provides broad and specialised care for Neurosurgical, Neurology, Vascular, including respiratory and nephrology patients with acute, chronic and end stage conditions.  We also provide care for patients with disorders of the Central nervous system who may require various interventional radiological procedures. 

About You 

Looking for a dedicated and considerate members of staff who are highly committed to delivering exceptional care within a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You also have amazing interpersonal skills that make you a clear communicator and influencer, while having the ability to build rapport with others, working well within a multidisciplinary team. 

You have: 

• Demonstrated acute  clinical skills 

• Well-developed interpersonal skills 

• Adapt to changing situations readily and the ability to think critically and laterally 

• A commitment to working collaboratively and effectively with a team  

• Flexibility with shifts 

• Demonstrate ongoing clinical education relevant to area of practice 

recent experience in Neurosciences and /or Vascular Nursing is a distinct advantage and a Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience Nursing is highly regarded. 

What you need:

• Current AHPRA Registration 

• Australian working rights 

• Acute Clinical Experience(Neurosciences/Vascular preferred) 

• Excellent communication &critical thinking skills 

• Flexibility to work rotating shifts 

• Passion for patient centred care and continuous learning 

• Current Employee Working with Children Check  

• Willingness to take on a portfolio contributing to ward quality improvements and National Standards 

•  A Graduate Certificate in Neurosciences is highly regarded 

What we offer:

• Mentorship, education & support for postgrad studies 

• Access to Monash Health learning portals 

• A dynamic, supportive team environment 

• Salary packaging & novated leasing options 

Ready to make a difference in Neurosciences? 

Apply now and become part of a team that’s redefining excellence in private healthcare. 

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please contact Sashi Chand via email at Sashi.Chand@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.  

If you are a current JMPH employee, please click Apply Now below!

If you are not a current Jessie McPherson Employee, please apply using your personal email address.

Monash Health employees wanting to apply for this role, are also to apply using their personal email address, to allow a 'New Employment Contract' to be created under JMPH EBA. 

Applications close October 2nd, 2025.