RUSON

Bayside Health; Leongatha; On-site; AUD 14,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Employee Assistance Program (Converge)

Job summary

Bayside Health is seeking a Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON) to support the General Ward team in Leongatha, Victoria. The role involves delivering safe, person-centred care under supervision, and developing nursing knowledge during undergraduate studies.

The position is fixed-term, part-time (16 hours per fortnight) for 12 months, with opportunities for learning and professional growth within a collaborative health service serving a large regional community.

Qualifications

• Entitlement to work within Australia
• Police Check current within 12 months
• Working with Children Check
• Seasonal influenza vaccination for healthcare workers
• Enrolled in 2nd/3rd year nursing student registered with AHPRA
• Transcript of evidence of first-year nursing qualification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Caring, pro-active, engaging with a willingness to learn
• Ability to work casual AM, PM and ND shifts across 7 days rotating roster

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of safe, person-centred care under supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Assist with delegated clinical and personal care activities within approved scope of practice
• Contribute to health and wellbeing of patients and residents by reporting changes and adhering to standards

Job description

Position Title: RUSON (Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing)

Employment Status: Fixed Term, Part-Time (16 hours per fortnight) for 12 months.

Location: Leongatha, Victoria

Department: General Ward

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 Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON) supports the delivery of safe, person-centred care under the delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Working as part of the General Ward team, the RUSON assists with delegated clinical and personal care activities within their approved scope of practice while developing their knowledge and skills as an undergraduate nursing student.

The RUSON contributes to the health, wellbeing and quality of life of patients and residents by providing compassionate care, recognising and reporting changes in patients and residents condition, and adhering to professional standards, organisational policies and relevant legislative requirements.

Please click here to see the Position Description.
https://www.baysidehealth.org.au/files/documents/careers/PD_RUSON_(General_Ward).pdf

Skills & Experience Required

• Entitlement to work within Australia
• A Police Check that is current and within 12 months of the issue date
• Provision of valid Working with Children Check
• Seasonal influenza vaccination of healthcare workers in accordance with Secretary, Department of Health Directions
• 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)
• 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 role specific information please contact Rinosh Palathinkal Thomas via *************@gshs.com.au

For any questions, please feel welcome to contact the People & Culture Team at @basscoasthealth.org.au

The role ceases advertising on 12/11/2026

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.