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About Monash Health

Monash Health is Victoria’s largest public health service. We are proud to provide healthcare to one quarter of Melbourne’s population, across the entire life-span from newborn and children, to adults, the elderly, their families and carers. More than 18,000 employees work at over 40 care locations across south eastern Melbourne, including Monash Medical Centre, Monash Children’s Hospital, Moorabbin Hospital, Dandenong Hospital, Casey Hospital, Kingston Centre, Cranbourne Centre, and an extensive network of rehabilitation, aged care, community health and mental health facilities.

The Role

Bring your Enrolled Nurse experience and join the growing team of Respirator Fit Testers.

Being part of the Respiratory Protection Program you will fit test Monash Health employees for the correct fit of Filtering Facepiece Respirators (FFRs).

Full training will be provided.  In your role you will have responsibility to ensure:

• MH employees are guided in the appropriate FFR selection


• testing validity, protocols and records are maintained


• invalid test results are recognised


• equipment is in working order, cleaning and maintained


• issues or concerns are escalated as required

With a high level of attention to detail, you will:

• conduct fit testing of Respiratory Protective Equipment and FFRs according to procedures


• support employees' choice of available respirator selection and that they understand fit test results


• provide information on relevant Monash Health Respiratory Protective Equipment including correct use and guidance for prevention of injuries to employees fit tested


• ensure equipment is cleaned, calibrated and operated in accordance with procedures.


• support recording and data maintenance of fit test processes and equipment maintenance


• maintain current knowledge of organisational Respiratory Protective Equipment


• understand respiratory exposure risks to both yourself and others

In this 12 month fixed term contract your flexible availability is key to being rostered across seven  days per week (Monday - Sunday). AM and PM shifts daily, spanning from 7.30am to 10.30pm.

0.6 EFT (three days per week) up to full time EFT is available.  As you will work across various Monash Health sites, a valid driver’s licence is essential.

About You

You are a dynamic Enrolled Nurse. With a genuine passion and interest in this unique opportunity you will commit to:

• work in accordance with all relevant Occupational Health and Safety, Infection Prevention & Respiratory Protection Program procedures


• work within the supervision and delegation Enrolled Nurse requirements, and escalate to a Registered Nurse or the Respiratory Protection Program Administrator when required


• participating in an annual fit tester competency assessment


• work in and wear PPE for considerable lengths of time

On a personal level, you are enthusiastic and motivated and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You are willing to commit to team work and ongoing professional development that align with the Monash Health’s values and vision. You are dedicated to safe best practice and quality care and you are an advocate of Monash Health’s Strategic Guiding Principles.

What you need

Essential:

• Demonstrated recent experience as an EN


• Current AHPRA registration


• Australian working rights


• Valid Driver's licence

Highly regarded but not essential:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - TAE40116 


• Respiratory Nursing and/or Respiratory Protective Equipment experience 


• Understanding of the Australian/New Zealand Standards specifically in relation to; AS/NZS 1715:2009 & AS/NZS 1716:2012 


• Understanding of the international Standard specifically: ISO 16975-3:2017-09: Respiratory protective devices — Selection, use and maintenance — Part 3:Fit-testing procedures 

What we offer

Full PPE and training will be provided including:

• access to Monash Health in-house learning portals to further expand your acute clinical skills and knowledge base


• avenues to further develop your leadership and project management skills


• mentorship and career guidance


• support to attend relevant forums and conferences


• a supportive learning environment, should you wish to undertake postgraduate studies

In addition, you will have access to benefits including salary packaging options that increase your take-home pay, access to onsite staff discounted car parking and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

How to Apply

Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately, so don't delay in submitting your application.

Monash Health recognises the value of equal employment opportunity and is committed to patient safety and promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles.

As part of our selection process, you may be invited by email to participate in an on-camera video interview.

Please apply online through Mercury e-recruit as email applications will not be considered.

Current Monash Health employees should apply through Mercury using their Monash Health employee account. Our Recruitment Services team can answer any queries on this matter and can be reached on 9265 2776 or via email to recruitment@monashhealth.org

Offers of employment can only be made once all required probity checks have been completed. These include:

• reference checks


• a clear Police Check conducted within the last three months


• a current Victorian Employee Working with Children’s Check (or proof of payment for same)


• proof of immunisation.

A request to conduct probity checks does not guarantee that an offer of employment will be made.

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