Registered Nurse - Cardiology Practice

Connected Cardiology; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Connected Cardiology is seeking a motivated Practice Nurse (RN) to join our supportive team in a part-time permanent role. You will collaborate with cardiologists onsite and via telehealth, performing pre-assessments and 12-lead ECGs to support timely cardiology reviews.

The role emphasizes building rapport with patients, contributing to efficient clinic flow, and gaining specialist cardiology experience within a highly supported setting.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current AHPRA registration.
• Minimum of 2+ years nursing experience is required.
• Experience in general practice, cardiology, or specialist care is desirable, but training will be provided.
• Confidence in performing 12-lead ECGs and basic cardiovascular assessments (or willingness to learn).

Responsibilities

• Provide patient pre-assessments, including observations and 12-lead ECGs prior to cardiologist review.
• Support smooth clinic flow and wrap around cardiovascular care.
• Collaborate with cardiologists (onsite/telehealth) and nursing team to deliver high-quality care.
• Mentor and be mentored within a strong cardiology nursing team.

Skills

Communication skills

Cardiology nursing

12-lead ECGs

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) with AHPRA

Job description

Cardiology Practice Nurse (RN) – Highly Supported Role
(Permanent part-time)

Work school hours: Mondays and Wednesdays 9am - 2pm

Additional opportunity to provide leave cover for team members

About the Role

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse with excellent communication skills to join our dynamic and positive team.

As a Connected Cardiology Practice Nurse, you will work closely with our cardiologists (onsite/telehealth) and experienced and supportive cardiology nursing team (RNs, clinical nurse consultants and nurse practitioners) to provide seamless, high-quality cardiovascular care. Your role will focus on patient pre-assessments, including observations and performing 12-lead ECGs prior to cardiologist review.

You will play a key role in ensuring smooth clinic flow and supporting wrap around cardiovascular care. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse looking to broaden their skill set, and gain specialist cardiology experience in a highly supported setting.

About us

Founded in 2019, Connected Cardiology was established to remove barriers to accessing specialist cardiac care for underserved groups including regional Victorian and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We provide cardiology care with respect and compassion, developing strong links with local health and chronic disease management services, promoting heart health within the community and providing education to clinicians to enable a greater impact on heart disease.

Our established Shepparton Regional Hub, at 588 Wyndham St, supports face‑to‑face & telehealth consultations and we also provide outreach clinics to nearby communities.

We offer a wide range of diagnostic cardiology services including ECGs, Holter monitors, HeartBug monitors, ambulatory BP monitors, transthoracic and stress echocardiography to patients living with the Goulburn Valley region and adjacent areas.

What You'll Gain from This Role:

Work directly with on-site and visiting cardiologists and nursing team, gaining experience in community based cardiac care and diagnostics

Gain experience in a wide range of cardiovascular conditions - heart failure, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, valvular heart disease, women's cardiovascular disease, dysautonomia

Learn about preventative and coaching strategies, and partnering with patients to optimise heart health

Be part of astrong, experienced cardiology nursing team that provides mentorship and support.

Experience in Continuous Improvement and Education

Be involved in enhancing cardiology workflows and practice protocols.

Contribute to development and delivery of patient support programs

Opportunities for training nursing students and other clinicians

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Candidates must have valid work rights in Australia.

Qualifications & Experience

Registered Nurse (RN) with current AHPRA registration.

Experience in general practice, cardiology, or specialist care is desirable, but not essential - training will be provided

Minimum of 2+ years nursing experience is required.

Confidence in performing 12-lead ECGs and basic cardiovascular assessments (or willingness to learn).

Strong communication and coordination skills, ability to develop rapport with patients

Passion for learning and professional development in community based cardiac care.

A collaborative and team-oriented approach, with a willingness to mentor and be mentored.

Interest in continuous improvement and innovative patient care models.