Work Type: Fixed-term
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location: Barwon South West
Reference: 5909
Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP): Heath Wing 4, Acute General Surgical Unit
Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health in Geelong, Victoria
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.
HW4 is an Acute General surgical ward for patients undergoing emergency procedures.
About the role
An exciting opportunity to complete the Transition to Specialty Practice program on HW4. The successful applicants will have acute nursing experience, excellent communication skills and a motivation to continued professional development.
Applicants will be supported with our well-established structured program; working autonomously whilst being part of a supportive team.
The Program
The HW4 TSP program is a 12 month supported position, where nurses gain specialist knowledge and skills caring for acute general surgical patients across the in-patient ward.
The course aims to build on your knowledge via online content, face-to-face study days and clinical support, to enhance and extend your practice through a structured clinical progression program.
A comprehensive orientation to the ward will be provided including supernumerary shifts in your initial transition to the program.
Included in the program:
· Access to an online training program via GROW.
· Supported by the Clinical Education Team and a dedicated ward based preceptor.
· Rostered time to attend various study days.
Requirements
Registered Nurse with minimum of 1 year acute nursing experience and/or completion of a graduate year
About the culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.
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
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are 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.
We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.
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.