Graduate Certificate - Perioperative Nursing

Employment Type: fixed Term one year
Hours: Part-time 64 hrs per fortnight
Salary: As per Award
Location: Mercy Hospital for Women Heidelberg
Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications
Contact: Eilidh Mackechnie, Acting Nurse Unit Manager emackechnie@mercy.com.au or 84584108
Denise Geoghegan, Clinical Educator mgeoghegan@mercy.com.au

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About the opportunity
Perioperative Services at Mercy Hospital for Women Heidelberg is recruiting experienced perioperative registered Nurses to undertake a Graduate Certificate in Perioperative, Intraoperative or Preanesthetic Nursing, in collaboration with Deakin University.

Semester one teaching period begins in February 2027

Experienced preceptors and Clinical Educator support provided within a supportive working environment, dedicated to women's' health.

By joining our team, you will develop a strong clinical understanding and ability to collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, ensuring patients receive high quality care

What you'll bringCurrent unrestricted registration as RN Division 1 with AHPRAA minimum of 12 months peri-operative experience essentialProven ability to work independently as well as work collaboratively within the teamCritical thinking ability and demonstration of prioritising patient careEvidence of commitment to ongoing education and professional developmentYou will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare?

Join us and make a meaningful difference in people's lives - and your career.

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