Broaden Your Horizons

Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health in Victoria, Australia.

• Be part of a team who are focused on providing the highest quality patient-centred care
• Enjoy a role that will be varied, challenging and rewarding
• Apply now for a fantastic professional development opportunity

About combined Cardiology and Cardiothoracic unit
Bellerine Centre 5 is a 34 bed combined Cardiology and Cardiothoracic unit which consists of 6 coronary care, 18 cardiology and 10 cardiothoracic beds. The cardiothoracic unit performs a wide range of complex cardio-thoracic operations such as bypass grafts, valve repair/replacements and Bental’s. The thoracic surgery includes pneumonectomy’s, lobectomy’s and wedge resections.

About the job

We are seeking suitable applicants to join BC5 (cardiothoracics). This is a great opportuity for experienced cardiac nurses to join Barwon Health or for nurses wishing to explore and gain experience in the challenging but rewarding speciality of cardiothoracic nursing.

Previous cardiothoracic experience is preferred, however strong consideration will be given to applicants with recent acute nursing experience and a proven ability to work well within the team, demonstrating the key values of Barwon Health.

About the Culture

Our dedicated and experienced nursing team pride themselves on providing high quality patient centred care in an environment that has modern, well-equipped facilities. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and management who exhibit our Barwon Health values, respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation.

 What we offer 

•  Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction 
• Located in the centre of Geelong's CBD is an easy commute from all suburbs
• Flexible working arrangements – speak to us about hours ,days or shifts that suit your lifestyle
• Access to employee wellness facility
• A genuine community feel - we look after each other 
• Wide range of professional development that enhances your careers
• Ability to take leave without pay and purchase additional leave
• Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
• Attractive salary packaging benefits! Living Expenses capped at $9,010 which  includes repayments on mortgages, credit cards, personal loans and rental payments and Meal Entertainment & Accommodation capped at $2,650 which includes food and drink consumed in a social or entertainment settings and some accommodation expenditure
• To find out more about the Geelong region, visit our Moving to the Region page on the Barwon Health website. 

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

This role must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health Immunisation Policy.