Company Description
Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.
We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.
Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.
Job Description
Join the Rehabilitation Team at Epworth Richmond – 2 Bethesda Wing
Epworth Rehabilitation is currently seeking Registered Nurses with experience in acute care or rehabilitation to join our dedicated team. This is a part-time / full-time opportunity based at Epworth Richmond, where you'll work within a multidisciplinary, patient-centred environment.
As part of our rehabilitation team, you'll care for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury, and support them in regaining independence and returning to their daily lives. Rehabilitation at Epworth focuses on helping patients manage chronic conditions, recover from procedures, and prevent further injury.
We are committed to delivering the best possible outcomes through research, innovation, and contemporary care programs. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while working alongside a motivated and compassionate team.
You will make an impact by:
Being a key part of a team committed to delivering an exceptional patient, family and staff experience while achieving high-quality clinical outcomesAssisting patients to access supported services to maximise their physical gains and return to a rewarding lifestyleWorking with multidisciplinary and specialised teams to plan the care and treatment for patients through regular case conferencesMaintaining and promoting patient safety within our satellite unit through early intervention and escalation of care
To be successful in this role-
Current nursing registration with AHPRAContemporary knowledge of best practice in acute, aged or rehabilitation nursingExperienced registered or enrolled nurse who is passionate about patient care and achieving high quality clinical outcomes, either from a rehab or acute setting.Strong collaborator with team members to support the delivery of rehabilitation careConfident communicator, you have a supportive, engaging and compassionate style that enables you to easily build rapport with staff, patients and their families
Registered Nurse Position Description Inherent Requirement (Ward)
About Continuing Care And Support Services
Epworth Continuing Care and Support Services incorporates our renowned rehabilitation, mental health and at-home hospital programs with essential support services.
Our rehabilitation, mental health and at-home hospital programs are some of the most progressive of their kind in Australia. Our clinical approach involves interdisciplinary teamwork and decision-making to provide individualised treatment and achieve positive outcomes for patients. Our strong team ethos extends across our services at Epworth hospitals in Richmond, Camberwell and Hawthorn. Our support services play a critical role in the daily operations and experience at Epworth hospitals through our food environmental and security teams.
Additional Information
Why Join Epworth?
At Epworth, it's a community.
It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home payThe largest educational scholarship program of its kind in AustraliaAbility to purchase up to four additional weeks of leaveReduced cost of health services for you and your family at EpworthRelocation assistance is available for approved candidates
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.
If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.
Ready to Make a Difference?
To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.
For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact or call .
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It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.