Job Description
Posting Start Date: 28/08/2026
Req ID: 6239
Job Title: Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON)
Employment Status: Fixed Term Part Time
Job Location: Frankston, Mornington, Rosebud
Job Description:
Fixed Term Part Time 16 hours per fortnight until 30 June 2027
Located across all Peninsula Care Group sites
Classification: RUSON Year 2 to RUSON Year 3 YP12*
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
The Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON) role provides support to the Nursing team in the delivery of safe, personal, effective and connected care. The RUSON is required to work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse at all times, within their level of education and assessed competencies and also under clearly defined role parameters.
Bayside Health will provide orientation and training to enable you to fulfil your role as a Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing.
The position is based at all sites; Peninsula University Hospital, The Mornington Centre, Golf Links Road, Rosebud Hospital and Frankston Private Surgical Centre. You will be required to travel and work across all sites.
This role is Afternoon and Night duty shifts only.
Please click here to see the Position Description - RUSON
Skills & Experience Required
We anticipate you will have:
Successful completion of first year undergraduate Nursing qualification
Registered as a student nurse with AHPRA with no conditions or undertakings
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including relationship building, cooperation and conflict resolution
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with a wide range of people, including co-workers, health professionals, residents and family members
Ability to work across all Peninsula Care Group sites
Benefits
Step into state-of-the-art facilities
Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps
For role specific information please contact Katie Hodgson at
[email protected]
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Nursing Recruitment team on 9784 1149.
The role ceases advertising on 11 September 2026 . Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/
Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
- Please refer to the salary circular Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.
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