Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location: Barwon South West
Reference: 5611
Enrolled Nurse Aged Care Pool opportunity at Barwon Health
About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About the facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
Alan David Lodge
Alan David lodge offers 108 high-level care beds. Alan David Lodge is a modern facility located on the Torquay Highway in Charlemont. Surrounded by rustic farmland, the country setting makes Alan David Lodge a peaceful and serene experience for people transitioning into high level care. The facility features spacious design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to external courtyards and the unique community garden precinct.
Blakiston Lodge
Located at Barwon Health’s McKellar Centre in North Geelong, Blakiston Lodge is a 90bed, high level, residential aged care mental health facility which consists of two secure units of 45 aged mental health beds (Oak) and 45 dementia specific beds(Adzen). Residents are referred who cannot be looked after in the general aged care system due to their level of cognitive, emotional or behavioural disturbance. The goal is to improve the resident's condition so that they can be transferred to a less
restrictive and more appropriate accommodation. Blakiston Lodge is dedicated to caring for people with dementia and mental
illness and offers a safe and secure environment and quality nursing, medical and psychiatric support for residents.
Wallace Lodge
Wallace Lodge is a modern 108-bed facility featuring spacious design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to the external courtyards. The beautiful garden settings enhance emotional wellbeing and offer a sense of tranquillity.
About the role
Do you have a passion for Nursing and are dedicated to resident focused care? Don’t miss this opportunity to join the Aged Care team as a Enrolled Nurse. In this role you will be responsible for the provision of resident focused holistic nursing care to those assigned to you, in order to achieve desired clinical outcomes.
Enjoy a rewarding role and make a difference to our resident’s lives whilst continuously developing yourself professionally through Barwon Health’s ongoing commitment to internal training opportunities.
About the Culture
Joining Aged Care at Barwon Health means being part of a culture that values exceptional healthcare and is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for residents. We deeply appreciate the crucial role of nurses and their skills in delivering outstanding care. We offer a wide range of development opportunities, supporting your continuous growth and career advancement. At Barwon Health, your contributions are recognised, and we provide the resources for your success. Join our dynamic team where your dedication to high quality care is celebrated, and together, let's create a brighter future for aged care.
About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
To learn more about the region, click here.
Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve.
We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, and family structures. We proudly support LGBTIQA+ inclusion and are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for all.
We encourage applications from:
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
LGBTIQA+ community members
People of all gender identities
People with disability
Culturally and linguistically diverse communities
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]
Barwon Health is a totally smoke-free workplace.
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.
Please note we do not accept resumes via email.