In-Demand Acute care nurse Jobs in Geelong, Vic

Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Surgical Wards
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Temporary
- Vital signs
- Discharge planning
- Acute care experience
- Employee assistance program
Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Acute Permanent Pool
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Part-time
- Patient care
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Employee assistance program
Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Cherry Creek
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Temporary
- Patient monitoring
- Discharge planning
- Employee assistance program
Community Nurse (Level 1 or 2), Specialist Clinics, At Home and Palliative Care
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Part-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Employee assistance program
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Urgent Care GP
Bupa —Belmont VIC
- Weekend availability
- Casual pool
Registered Nurse (Grade 2) and/or Registered Midwife (Grade 2), Casual Bank
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Weekend availability
- Patient care
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Employee assistance program
Coordinator, Clinical Deterioration and Resuscitation
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Part-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Nursing
- Employee assistance program
8d
Clinical Trials Coordinator- Cardiology Research
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Temporary
- Patient monitoring
- Research
- Microsoft Office
- Employee assistance program
14d
Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Coronary Care & Cardiothoracic Unit
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Temporary
- Nursing
- Vital signs
- Acute care experience
- Employee assistance program
4d
Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Inpatient Cardiac Services
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Temporary
- Nursing
- Vital signs
- Patient care
- Employee assistance program
11d
Registered Psychiatric Nurse (Grade 2) Swanston Centre
Barwon Health —Geelong VIC
- Temporary
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
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- Communication skills
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- Employee assistance program

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Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Surgical Wards

Barwon Health -
Geelong VIC

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Job Details

Temporary | Part-time

Benefits

Employee assistance program
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Vital signs
AHPRA registration
Discharge planning
Acute care experience
Working with Children Check
Nursing

Full Job Description

Employment Type - Temporary Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 0

Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)

Req Id - 8556

Enhance you career with the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria
Enjoy a rewarding position in a great work environment supported by a high-performing team
Multiple Temporary Part Time Positions available within the following ward's:
- Youang Surgery Centre Short Stay Surgical Unit
- HW5 - Vascular, Plastics and ENT
- HW6 - Urology and Colorectal

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate and motivated Registered Nurses to join our dynamic surgical nursing team. Working within a fast-paced acute surgical environment, you will provide high-quality care to patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures, from admission through to discharge.

As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, patient-centred care while supporting efficient patient flow and positive clinical outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to develop and strengthen your surgical nursing skills across a diverse patient cohort, while working collaboratively with medical, allied health, and nursing colleagues to ensure the best possible experience for our patients.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients pre- and post-operatively
Monitor and assess patients’ conditions, vital signs, and wound healing
Administer medications and manage pain control effectively
Educate patients and families regarding post-surgical care and discharge plans
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with hospital policy
Ensure infection prevention and control standards are upheld

What we're looking for

Registered Nurse (RN) with AHPRA registration
Previous experience in a surgical or acute care ward
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and nights
Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care

Position Description - YSC2 RN

Position Description - HW6 RN

Position Description - HW5 RN

Barwon Health staff benefits

Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Extensive professional development opportunities
Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]

All appointments are subject to:

Satisfactory Police Record Check
Immunisation Status Clearance
Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact: Nursing & Midwifery Recruitment Team

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: (03) 4215 5822

Application closing date: 27 July, 2026

Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.

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acute care nurse jobs in geelong, vic

Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Surgical Wards

Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Acute Permanent Pool

Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Cherry Creek

Community Nurse (Level 1 or 2), Specialist Clinics, At Home and Palliative Care

Urgent Care GP

Registered Nurse (Grade 2) and/or Registered Midwife (Grade 2), Casual Bank

Coordinator, Clinical Deterioration and Resuscitation

Clinical Trials Coordinator- Cardiology Research

Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Coronary Care & Cardiothoracic Unit

Registered Nurse (Grade 2), Inpatient Cardiac Services

Registered Psychiatric Nurse (Grade 2) Swanston Centre

2027 ANZCA Pain Medicine Advanced Trainee (Second Year)

Dietitian Grade 1 or 2 - Casual

Registered Midwife (Grade 2)

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