Based in a beautiful part of Victoria, working for BRHS will enable you to pursue your profession and have a fantastic work/life balance. You will experience a relaxed lifestyle in a clean, green and beautiful area with significant natural and ecological advantages. With the Gippsland lakes and beaches, national parks and snowfields on your doorstep, this will be the best move you ever made!

As East Gippsland's largest healthcare provider and employer, BRHS offers a rewarding work environment providing challenge, variety and opportunity.  You will join our dedicated team of health professionals and support staff who are committed to delivering a high quality experience to all.  With a strong focus on continuous improvement, professional development and innovation, you can pursue your career goals whilst enjoying a fantastic work/life balance as part of a friendly, regional community.

A number of new opportunities have arisen for enthusiastic and skilled Registered Nurses to join our dedicated Rehabilitation team in these permanent positions.  These roles offer a great chance to be supported to further develop your rehabilitation nursing skills and knowledge whilst enjoying a rewarding role with a great team. 

STATUS:                Ongoing positions

HOURS:                 40.0 hours per fortnight up to full time considered

DEPARTMENT:      Flanagan Rehabilitation

The Position:

BRHS rehabilitation nurses work closely with our Allied Health professionals to achieve patient centred goals.  Our Flanagan nurses enjoy the relationship building that occurs with patients and family members in this ward and find it extremely rewarding to see patients achieve their goals and return to their choice of residence.  Applicants who are interested in specialising in rehabilitation or Drug and Alcohol nursing will be strongly supported to pursue further studies in these disciplines. 

The Department:

The Flanagan Rehabilitation Ward is comprised of a combination of Subacute Rehabilitation / Geriatric Evaluation and Management, Transition Care Program (TCP) and alcohol and drug detoxification beds providing a diverse mix of patient care requirements.

What you need:

• Demonstrated competence in a clinical setting preferably in the sub-acute setting
• Ability to undertake full patient assessments and develop a goal based care plan 
• Well-developed skills and knowledge of discharge planning and transition of care and proven participation in complex discharging planning
• Demonstrated well developed communication and negotiation skills
• Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service and patient centred care
• Recent acute nursing experience is highly desirable

Why should you Apply?

• Develop your skills in our supportive, collaborative & personalised environment
• Grow your career with opportunities for progression
• Experience a rewarding and diverse role with our dedicated rehabilitation team
• Scholarship program opportunities to support your learning

Interested?

For more information please contact Melissa Hogan, Nurse Unit Manager, Flanagan Ward on 03 5150 3457

An application closing date does not apply, applications will be assessed as they are received.

Applications are to be submitted by selecting “Apply Now” below and are to include:

• Cover letter
• Resume (including two recent referees)
• Response to the full key selection criteria

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