RUSON

Bayside Health; Koo Wee Rup; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Employee Assistance Program (Converge)

Education & training opportunities

Job summary

Bayside Health, serving Koo Wee Rup Campus, seeks a RUSON to assist the nursing team by providing delegated patient care under supervision. You will work with registered nurses and midwives across shifts on a rotating roster while developing clinical skills in a state-of-the-art facility.

The role targets current nursing students enrolled with AHPRA, offering valuable experience, training opportunities, and support through our Employee Assistance Program and salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in 2nd year of Nursing or 3rd year Nursing/Midwifery and registered as a student nurse with AHPRA
• Transcript of evidence of first year undergraduate Nursing qualification from an Australian university
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Able to work casual AM/PM/ND shifts across 7 days on a rotating roster
• Valid Police Check and Working with Children’s Check
• Previous healthcare experience is an advantage
• Evidence of semester clinical reports
• Awareness of current nursing issues and trends
• Commitment to ongoing education and professional development

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses and midwives with delegated patient care
• Work within ward/unit duty lists as allocated
• Provide direct and indirect patient care as directed by supervising RN

Skills

Student Nurse (AHPRA)

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Shift flexibility

Team player

Clinical documentation

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (in progress)/Nursing & Midwifery (in progress)

Job description

RUSON, Fixed Term Part Time, 12 Months, 16 Hours Per Fortnight x 2 Positions

Koo Wee Rup Campus

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 RUSON works as an assistant to the health care team, assisting the registered nurses and midwives to provide delegated aspects of patient care.

Elements of direct and indirect patient care will be delegated in accordance with the professional judgement of the supervising registered nurse and in accordance with the level of achieved educational preparation and assessed competence of the individual RUSON.

The RUSON will be allocated to a specific ward/unit and will work in accordance with the specific wared/unit duty list.

Skills & Experience Required

• Enrolled in the 2nd year (Nursing) or 3rd year (Nursing/Midwifery) of a Bachelor of Nursing or a Bachelor of Nursing/ Bachelor of Midwifery or other double degree with Bachelor of Nursing component, registered as a student nurse with AHPRA with no conditions or undertakings
• Be able to provide a transcript of evidence of successful completion of first year undergraduate Nursing qualification from a University in Australia
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Caring, pro-active, engaging manner with a willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to work casual AM, PM and ND shifts across 7 days rotating roster (around clinical placements)
• A valid Police Check and Working with Children’s Check
• Previous experience working in a healthcare setting would be an advantage.
• Evidence of semester clinical reports
• Awareness of current issues and trends in Nursing
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer-focus
• Demonstrated evidence of commitment to ongoing education and professional development
• Demonstrated critical and reflective thinking skills to contribute to clinical decision making
• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of free onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Feel supported with our Employee Assistance Program (Converge)
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For any questions or a copy of the PD, please feel welcome to contact the People & Culture Team at **@basscoasthealth.org.au

Please state in your application if you currently work for Bayside Health.

The role ceases advertising on 19/10/2026

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Regional Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to Bayside Health job openings and vacancies | SEEK

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.

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

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