Registered Nurse – Acute Care, Cohuna District Hospital

Job Description

Are you thinking about making a tree change?
Are you tired of cost of living pressures and long commutes?

Take the first step to join the team at Cohuna District Hospital!

YNA is currently managing the recruitment of permanent roles for Cohuna District Hospital, a regional hospital near the Murray River, approximately three hours from Melbourne and less than an hour from Echuca. This is an exciting opportunity to join a great team and become an integral part of the local community.

Position Available:

Cohuna District Hospital has permanent positions available for Registered Nurses in Acute Care.

Requirements for Consideration:

– Current AHPRA registration
– Registered Nurses must have a minimum two years experience
– Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
– Commitment to ongoing professional development
– Full working rights in Australia

The Hospital

The hospital has 12 Acute beds, and includes a 2 bed Urgent Care Centre, a 3 chair Dialysis Unit, and a Day Procedure Unit (utilised weekly). Additionally, there is a co-located 16 bed Residential Aged Care facility on the premises. The nursing team at the hospital works collaboratively to ensure the best quality care for their local community. Currently, a major building project is underway, which will add a new Theatre, Acute ward, and Residential Aged Care facility upon its completion in late 2024.

The Community

Moving to Cohuna offers a peaceful change of pace and a high quality of life. Situated in Victoria’s beautiful countryside, Cohuna offers clean air, scenic landscapes, and a close-knit community. The town’s charm lies in its tranquil surroundings, and the genuine warmth of its residents, creating a welcoming environment for newcomers.

In Cohuna, there are plenty of recreational activities to enjoy, such as fishing, boating, tennis, camping, water-skiing, canoeing, birdwatching, and bushwalking along Gunbower Creek – making it the perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts. The town also has essential amenities like primary and secondary schools, shops, and healthcare facilities, ensuring convenience without sacrificing the peaceful rural lifestyle.

Cohuna is easily accessible from the regional centres of Bendigo and Echuca, and is approximately a three-hour drive from Melbourne. There are also regular V/Line train and coach services from Melbourne CBD.

If you are looking to relocate your family, and your partner is seeking a position, Cohuna has several major employers who are actively looking for staff in areas such as teaching, administration, truck driving, IT, engineering, welding, and fabrication.

Cohuna has two primary schools and one secondary school.

Benefits at Cohuna District Hospital include:

– Professional Development Support
– Opportunities for career development across the organisation
– Subsidised initial accommodation and meals for relocating staff
– Great work/life balance
– Beautiful surroundings within easy reach of regional centres and metropolitan Melbourne

Enjoy a lifestyle without the stresses of city life, while demonstrating your skills as an integral member of a district hospital.

YNA is committed to an inclusive workforce and encourages applications from people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Are you interested?

Apply online now and submit your resume and a cover letter, or call the YNA Victoria team to discuss your interest on +61 3 8823 0500. Please note that there is a requirement to commit to this position for at least 12 months.