Registered Nurse - Newborn Services

Western Health; Geelong; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

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Sponsorship for international NICU护士

Descripción de la vacante

Western Health is seeking experienced NICU nurses to join the Newborn Services team in Melbourne’s western region. The service handles ~7,500 deliveries per year and oversees 2,000 NICU-related admissions across 6 NICU beds with HDU/SCN beds, totaling 36 inpatient beds.

There are strong opportunities for career progression and study, with sponsorship available for internationally qualified NICU nurses moving to Melbourne.

Formación

• 12 months minimum experience in Australian Neonatal Intensive Care.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• A positive and can-do attitude.
• Family centred care approach.

Responsabilidades

• Take accountability for your own actions and others under direction.
• Role model behaviour consistent with the professional Code of Conduct and organisational values.
• Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for care delivered.
• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and families.

Conocimientos

Neonatal ICU experience

Descripción del empleo

• Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time, Ongoing
• Salary: RN Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

An exciting opportunity exists for experiencedNICU nurses to join our progressive and innovative Newborn Services team.

There are approximately7500 deliveries per year at Western Health andNewborn Services admitsnearly 2000 patients a year. Newborn Services currently has 6 NICU beds as well as a combination of HDU and SCN beds, totalling 36 inpatient beds.

With strong opportunities for career progression and further study, there has never been a better time to join this exceptional team in the West. If you want to be part of a team that genuinely supports and encourages you to deliver the best possible care, we would love to hear from you.

Western Health is offering sponsorship to internationally qualified NICU nurses who are looking to move to Melbourne, Australia.

Key responsibilities:

• Take accountability for your own actions and others under direction.
• Role model behaviour consistent with the professional Code of Conduct and organisational values.
• Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for care delivered.
• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and families.

About you:

• 12 months minimum of Australian Neonatal Intensive Care.
• Excellent time management, communication skills and attention to detail.
• A positive and can-do attitude.
• Family centred care approach.
• Postgraduate Certificate/or Neonatal Intensive Care experience (highly desirable).

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

Closing date:

11:59pm on 28 November 2026.

Enquiries:

For further information about this role, contact the Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Unit's Recruitment Team via ***********@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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