Registered/Enrolled Nurse

Latrobe Regional Health is a leading provider of health care services across the Gippsland Region

About the role

Are you seeking a rewarding and diverse Registered or Enrolled Nurse role in a leading regional hospital? Join the Avon Unit at Latrobe Regional Health, where a ‘world of opportunities awaits'.

Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) is looking for multiple dedicated Registered/Enrolled Nurses to join our growing team on an ongoing, part-time basis. We have three (3) RN positions at 0.8EFT and one (1) one EN position at 0.8EFT available. 

The role of the Registered Nurse (RN) is to ensure that our patients receive care that is planned, implemented, evaluated and maintained to a high standard. They ensure that the well-being of our patients is the primary focus of care within the Unit. This includes the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to achieve goals and health outcomes. 

Our Enrolled Nurses (EN) are responsible for providing safe nursing care in line with LRH clinical and customer services standards. The EN's work under the direction and supervision of the RN's as part of the health care team and demonstrate competence in the provision of person-centred care. 

Please note: at this time, we will be unable to accept any applications from international candidates. 

About you

Ideal candidates for this role will have:

• Current Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) or as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.
• Appropriate clinical skills and experience in specific area of nursing. 
• Evidence of recent clinical experience. 
• Commitment to ongoing learning and Professional Development. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to patient-centred care. 
   

Latrobe Regional Health offers a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $9,000 per annum.
• Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,650 per annum.
• Multidisciplinary teamwork across the hospital.
• Encouragement for professional development and ongoing education.
• A range of social club activities, discounts and diverse workplace activities.
• Free access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre offering health education and wellbeing services.

Interested about this exciting opportunity, but want more information? We encourage you to contact Jenna Hooper, NUM - Avon Unit via email: Jenna.Hooper@lrh.com.au for a confidential discussion. 
Please click here for a copy of the Registered Nurse Position Description. 
Please click here for a copy of the Enrolled Nurse Position Description. 

About us

Located in the picturesque region of Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne, stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and serene lakes. With flexible working hours, you can make the most of what Gippsland has to offer.

LRH cares for a population of about 300,000 and is the regional provider of specialist services. Our catchment covers 42,000 square kilometres, from Phillip Island to Mallacoota in the far east of Victoria. LRH offers cardiac care, surgery, medical, renal, emergency care, aged care, women's and children's services, pharmacy, allied health and rehabilitation. Medical and radiation oncology are offered by the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre.

Now is an exciting time to join the LRH team, with the $223.5 million expansion completed in March 2024, offering improved maternity and paediatric facilities, larger intensive care unit, increased medical and surgical beds and additional operating theatres.

How to apply

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services to our community. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Please click the APPLY button to be directed to our Careers page for direct application. Applications should include a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and current resume.
Applications close: are ongoing until such time as suitable candidates are hired. 

Explore all the great things happening at LRH by visiting our Careers and Training page of our website www.lrh.com.au/Careers-and-Training/ and take the next step in your career journey.

Before commencement, the successful applicant will

Provide evidence of an original and valid National Police Record Check, an employee Working with Children Check, and a current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies. 

Diversity and inclusion

We actively embrace workforce diversity, equity and inclusion, and encourage applications from across our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted via email: AboriginalHealthUnit@lrh.com.au