Join the Team at Bayside Health
Position Title: Nurse in Charge -Urgent Care Centre
Classification: ZC6
Department: Phillip Island Community Hospital, Urgent care Centre
Applications Open: 25/3/2026
About Bayside Health:
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
About the Role-Permanent Part Time
48 Hours Per Fortnight from 11th May 2026 at Cowes, Phillip Island
Bayside Health is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to your community while working in a supportive and innovative organisation.
Please see Position Description Below for more about the role:
What We Offer
At the Wonthaggi campus, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
* Free onsite car and bike parking
* Salary packaging and novated leasing through Maxxia
* Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Petrol discounts at a local service station
* Onsite accommodation (where applicable)
* Health and wellbeing initiatives
* Discounted gym memberships at a local fitness centre
* Flexible working arrangements (where applicable)
* Café (Wonthaggi)
Mandatory Requirements
Essential
* Entitlement to work within Australia
* A Police Check that is current and within 12 months of the issue date
* Provision of valid Working with Children Check
* Seasonal vaccination of healthcare workers in accordance with Secretary, Department of Health Directions
* A current registration with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia (AHPRA)
* The willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of Bayside Regional Health
* Post-graduate qualification in clinical speciality
* Excellent communication and documentation skills
* Ability to develop professional relationships with medical practitioners, health professionals and multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders
* Willingness to develop both professionally and personally with further education
* High level of computer literacy
* Advanced Life Support
* IV Cannulation
* Triage
Desirable
* Advanced Paediatric Life Support (or obtain within first 6 months)
* Previous management experience
* Emergency or ICU experience
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application via Seek including:
* A current resume
* A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
✉️ Applications close on 14/4/2026
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact the HR department at 3***