Enrolled Nurse - Oncology Ward

Albury Wodonga Health; Albury City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Albury Wodonga Health is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to join our regional health network serving North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. You will deliver person-centred nursing care under supervision of a Registered Nurse across multiple departments, ensuring safety and quality.

Key requirements include current AHPRA Enrolled Nurse registration, ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to clinical documentation, infection control and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as Enrolled Nurse.
• Commitment to patient-centred care.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to plan and manage clinical activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care including assessments and observation.
• Administer medications, IV therapy and implement care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in handover processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient-centred care.
• Engage in professional development and mandatory education.

Skills

Patient-centred care

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Risk management awareness

Education

AHPRA registration (Enrolled Nurse)

Job description

The Enrolled Nurse (EN) is an integral member of the healthcare team who delivers person-centred nursing care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The EN practices within their scope of practice, professional standards, organisational policies, and legislative requirements, while remaining accountable for their own actions and delegated responsibilities.

The EN demonstrates professionalism, clinical competence, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement in the delivery of safe and effective healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care, including patient assessments, observations, medication administration, IV therapy, and implementation of care plans.
• Monitor patient progress, report changes in condition, and contribute to patient admissions, transfers, and discharge planning.
• Promote patient safety, infection prevention, dignity, and positive patient experiences through effective communication and compassionate care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation and participate in effective clinical handover processes.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, fostering positive working relationships and supporting patient-centred care.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, mandatory education, reflective practice, and performance review processes.
• Participate in quality improvement, risk management, incident reporting, and evidence-based practice initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.
• Adhere to occupational health and safety requirements and support compliance with accreditation and national healthcare standards.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Eligibility to practice as an Enrolled Nurse, ie: Current Registration with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to practice within a patient centred care environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team structure in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to improving performance and risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage clinical activities as an Enrolled Nurse.

Employment Type: Permanent part-time opportunity

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

Are you ready to become part of our team?

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well‑being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.