• Grow your clinical skills at an organisation invested in your development
• Have the best of both worlds – rewarding career and healthy work/life balance
• Permanent Part- Time- 42.38 hrs per fortnight

About the facility 

The Elective Surgery Access Unit (ESAU) provides care and management for all patients in the Geelong, Surf Coast and Western Victorian regions from point of referral on the inpatient waiting list to admission for surgery. We work closely with the surgical units, anaesthetic department, outpatients, theatre and the hospital wards to ensure consumer focused & equitable care is at the forefront.

About the role 

The Elective Surgery Access Unit is looking for an Enrolled Nurse to work under the direction and supervision of Div 1 ANUMS within a supportive environment.  You will assist with managing elective surgery patients from referral for surgery, pre-op work up, admission for surgery to discharge planning.  You will assist in providing patients with preoperative instructions regarding medication management, tests, fasting, admission instructions and educational material prior to their surgery.  You will assist with referrals to Public In Private health services. You will work towards decreasing wait for surgery and length of stay.

 About the culture

The ESAU is a busy dynamic department with a motivated and enthusiastic team who maintain extensive knowledge and experience. There is a strong and supportive team culture. We work within the framework of the Barwon Health values; respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation. If you enjoy a challenge and are looking to work in a friendly, well-supported team, we urge you to apply.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development
• Access to employee wellness facility
• Salary packaging
• Social club

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.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

 If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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