Registered Nurse & Enrolled Nurse - Surgical
Surgical Ward
Nurses and Midwives VPS EA IB61-IB68 / YP3-YP9)
160 hours vacant - multiple positions available
Full Time, Part Time, Max Term Contract - December 25 - January 27
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Echuca Regional Health (ERH) proudly serves the Shire of Campaspe and Murray River Council, with Echuca and Moama located side by side on the banks of the iconic Murray River. As the largest employer in the region with over 1,000 staff, ERH offers a wide range of hospital, aged care, and community health services, and is growing as a sub-regional teaching health service.
Whether you're seeking a career change, a lifestyle shift, or both—ERH provides genuine opportunities for growth, development, and making a difference in a welcoming regional community.
An exciting opportunity is available for suitably qualified Registered and Enrolled Nurses to join our dynamic Surgical Ward at Echuca Regional Health. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to a culture committed to patient centred care and ongoing professional development.
Key responsibilities include:
* Practice within a professional, ethical and evidence-based nursing framework in accordance with legislation affecting nursing practice and health care
* Ensure knowledge and skills remain current through attendance at regular education and training sessions and through reference to changes in policy, practice and guidelines
* Conduct comprehensive and systemic nursing assessments
* Actively participate in mandatory meetings as required and requested
* Maintain core clinical competence specific to the area of clinical practice
For specific key position details, please refer to the relevant attached position descriptions
Qualifications/experience required:
* Current AHPRA Registration
* Previous Surgical experience desirable
Why Work at ERH?
At ERH we offer a supportive and inclusive culture that offers opportunity for growth and development. As well as that we have a fantastic range of benefits for our employees, including:
· Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight
· Flexible working arrangements
· Supportive and experienced leadership
· Health and wellbeing programs
· Career progression and skill development opportunities
· Confidential Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
· Free onsite parking
· Free staff vaccinations
Echuca Region – A Great Place to Live and Work
Echuca Moama offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and opportunity. Nestled along the iconic Murray River, the region boasts a relaxed pace, affordable living, and a strong sense of community. With great schools, vibrant local businesses, and easy access to nature and recreation, it's an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family—all just a few hours from Melbourne.
How to Apply:
All applicants are to apply online via Seek.
Applications must include:
* A Cover Letter
* Resume
* Key Selection Criteria**
**Please note: Key Selection Criteria can be located within the position description. Applicants are required to send a separate document detailing response to the 'key selection criteria' to
For a copy of the Position Descriptions please email
Enquiries about this position should be directed to Kim Ives, Nurse Unit Manager Surgical Ward on: or
Applications Close: 30 November 2025. Apply today
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Applications are not accepted from agencies.
Diversity and Inclusion
At ERH, we value and celebrate the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and talents of our people. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally, linguistically and gender diverse people and, mature aged people.
We are a child-safe organisation (see Victorian Government Child Safe Standards) and proudly Totally Smoke Free.
Should you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process they are available upon request. For application support, contact
Pre-Employment Requirements
This position requires completion of a satisfactory National Police Check and (where relevant) provision of a Working with Children Check and check on the Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme prior to appointment. Vaccination status in line with policy and procedure at this time. Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or hold Australian Work Rights to be eligible. Financial support towards VISAS is not available.