Critical Care Registered Nurse

Bayside Health

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.

• Permanent positions
• Part and Full time available
• RN Grade 2 Year 3-8 (YP4-YP9) with post graduate Critical Care Registered Nurse qualifications
• Located at The Alfred Emergency & Trauma Centre
• Great staff benefits!

The Department

An exciting opportunity is available for Critical Care trained Registered Nurses interested in joining the Alfred Emergency and Trauma Centre.

The Emergency & Trauma Centre (E&TC) is a purpose-built modern facility and has been designed to manage in excess of 65,000 patients per annum. It has 80 treatment bays and is arbitrarily divided into 5 main clinical areas, including a 4 bed dedicated Behaviours of Concern secure unit. We treat patients who are suffering from serious illness or injury that could lead to severe complications if medical treatment is not received quickly. We strive to ensure all patients receive timely, high-quality care and receive prompt, upfront assessment by the most senior doctor available to minimise the time spent waiting.

The Alfred Hospital is a major adult tertiary referral hospital and is well known as one of Australasia’s busiest Trauma centres. In addition, it is home to many Victorian statewide services, including the Victorian Adult Burns Unit, Heart and Lung Transplant, HIV Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis, Hyperbaric Medicine, Clinical Haematology, Haemophilia and Malignant Adult Haematology.

The Emergency Department will see all emergencies for assessment and stabilisation. In addition, we provide an 24-bed Short-stay Observation Unit (ESSU) for initial care of selected conditions up to 24 hours.

The Role

As an experienced clinical nurse, your practice will lead to excellent inpatient care. You understand the importance of establishing a relationship between the patient and yourself in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for your patients. You demonstrate the core nursing values of patient-centred care, trust and respect in every interaction with patients, carers and colleagues. As nurse, you are accountable for establishing and evaluating the patient’s plan of care in partnership with the patient, their carers and other members of the health care team. You are supported in your role as a clinical nurse by all other nursing positions.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA
• Completion of Post Graduate Certificate in Critical Care (or equivalent)
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Professional manner
• Emergency nursing experience
• Emergency triage and leadership experience
• Hold valid working rights

Staff Benefits

• Support and development with experienced Clinical Nurse Educators
• Flexible and request rostering
• Exposure to a wide range of patient presentations
• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Alex Nevill or Lisa Braithwaite on [email protected]

Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Sunday 7th June 2026

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.