Registered Nurse - Surgical Ward (T11 South)

Peninsula Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art facilities

Low-cost onsite parking

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Exclusive discounts

Fitness Passport gym access

Employee Assistance Program

Education and training partnerships

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Peninsula Health in Frankston is seeking a Registered Nurse for the T11 South Surgical Ward on a fixed-term part-time basis. The role supports orthopedic/plastic surgery and general surgery patients, with December 2026–February 2027 availability and a high chance of a substantive position in the nurse pool after the contract.

The successful candidate will hold current AHPRA registration and have experience in surgical nursing, with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and provide

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Completion of a graduate year program or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in surgical nursing.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high quality outcomes for consumers.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Prepares written documentation using clear, concise and grammatically correct language.
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with experience and scope of practice.
• Communicates well with and relates to consumers from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based person-centred care across the ward.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Assist with documentation and patient education.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Graduate year program

Surgical nursing

Clinical excellence

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Communication across cultures

Job description

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View profile Employee Login Job Description Posting Start Date: 22/10/2026 Req ID: 6589 Job Title: Registered Nurse - Surgical Ward (T11 South) Employment Status: Fixed Term Part Time Job Location: Frankston Job Description:

• Various limited term options available (must be available to work December 2026-February 2027)
• High probability of substantive permanent position in Nurse pool following contract
• Located at Peninsula University Hospital
• Classification: YP3-YP9 RN Grade 2 Year 2-8

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 focused 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 Nurse (RN) is a valued and integral member of the Peninsula Health multidisciplinary team demonstrating flexibility in caring for patients and their families across the organisation. The RN works competently within their scope of practice to deliver safe, evidence based person centred care to achieve optimal health outcomes or a dignified death. T11S is an Orthopaedic and Plastic Surgery wardthat also provides care for General Surgery patients.

Skills & Experience Required

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Completion of a graduate year program or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in surgical nursing
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high quality outcomes for consumers
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Prepares written documentation using clear, concise and grammatically correct language
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with experience and scope of practice
• Communicates well with and relates to consumers from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds

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 department specific information, please contact Justin Aylward, Nurse Unit Manager – T11 South: [e-mail]. For specific informaiton regarding limited term dates or if you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Megan Gissing, Recruitment Coordinator: [e-mail].

The role ceases advertising on 4 November2026: 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. We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed. 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 Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028 salary circular for salary range. 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.