Exciting part-time Registered Nurse role at Bayside Health, based at The Alfred Hospital, joining Ward 6 East in the Neurosurgery service as part of a major regional network serving Melbourne and beyond. The role centers on delivering patient-centered care to complex neurosurgical patients in inpatient and outpatient settings, with opportunities to grow in neurosurgery sub-specialities. We value acute nursing experience, teamwork, and an interest in neuro-nursing, supported by an experienced Nurse Manager. Benefits include salary packaging via Maxxia, wellbeing incentives, onsite gym and childcare. To apply, tailor your CV to demonstrate acute care, neuro-nursing interest, collaboration, and clear patient outcomes; ensure vaccination status; apply online by 7 September 2026. Reach Natalie McKenzie with questions.
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.
About us
Ward 6 East at The Alfred provides primary nursing care to our often complex and challenging neurosurgery patient population. Within our team we provide full inpatient and outpatient neurosurgical services.
We are committed to providing excellence in neurosurgical care, through quality management, education and training of healthcare professionals and clinical and laboratory research. The Neurosurgery department has developed sub-specialisation in Cerebrovascular Service, Spine Surgery, Skull base surgery, Neurotrauma & Neuro-Oncology.
About the role
As a clinical nurse your practice will lead to excellence in patient 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.
About you
To succeed in this environment you must have acute nursing experience as well as experience or interest in neuro-nursing specifically. You will also have demonstrated experience working successfully within a hectic environment as part of a team to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.
As part of this team you will have the great support of an experienced Nurse Manager and leadership team. Our nursing care is provided by clinicians in a team environment that fosters collaboration, communication and interaction.
If you have an interest in neurosurgery or want to take your nursing career to the next level, apply online TODAY!
Staff Benefits
If you have any further questions regarding this position contact Natalie McKenzie , Nurse Manager, on 9076 3380
Applications close 11pm AEST, Monday, 7 September 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.