RUSON / RUSOM

Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON) / Registered Undergraduate Student of Midwifery (RUSOM)

Learning and Development

Fixed Term Part Time - January 2027 to January 2028

Positions Vacant for 2nd & 3rd Year Students - Minimum 8 hours per week with availability up to 36 hours per week

Nurses and Midwives (VPS) Single Interest EA 2024 - 2028, YP13-YP14 & YP16-YP17

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated undergraduate nursing and midwifery students to join the Learning and Development Unit at West Gippsland Healthcare Group as a Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON) or Registered Undergraduate Student of Midwifery (RUSOM). These positions provide students with valuable employment experience while supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care within a supportive and professional healthcare environment.

Working under the supervision and delegation of Registered Nurses or Registered Midwives, successful applicants will provide delegated aspects of patient care appropriate to their level of educational preparation, competence and scope of practice.

This program offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a range of clinical settings while developing your professional skills and preparing for a future career in healthcare.

These are part time positions of between 8 to 36 hours per week. Shifts will be worked across 7 days. Exact hours will be negotiated with the successful applicants.

Our preferred candidate will have:

Essential

• Current enrolment in a Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, or Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery double degree.
• Current AHPRA registration as a student nurse and/or student midwife.
• Successful completion of at least 12 months of undergraduate study at commencement.
• Demonstrated satisfactory academic progress.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A thorough understanding and respect for confidentiality requirements.
• Responsible and mature work attitude.

The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:

• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital environment.

What we offer

• Opportunity to gain valuable clinical experience while completing your studies.
• Exposure to a variety of clinical settings including acute, subacute, maternity and aged care services.
• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing support.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Salary packaging benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free onsite parking.

IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.

About our organisation

The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a growing regional health service, providing acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, residential care and community health services to one of the fastest growing Local Government Areas in the country – Baw Baw Shire. The Hospital cares for approximately 11,600 inpatients, makes nearly 28,000 community visits and sees more than 20,000 emergency presentations each year.

The administrative headquarters is located at West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul. Warragul is a 30-minute drive from Pakenham along the freeway – against the traffic! WGHG are the largest employer in Warragul with a workforce of over 1400 staff and are committed to building on our organisation’s strengths by welcoming people with our shared values of teamwork, respect, accountability and compassion.

We are well aware our hospital is aging but are excited at the news that our new state of the art hospital and public aged care facility is coming. A 23.6-hectare site at Lardners Track in Drouin East was acquired by West Gippsland Healthcare Group for a future hospital back in 2007. The new hospital is set to feature 233-beds and 33 emergency department treatment spaces as well as aged care and an expanded maternity facility.

We pride ourselves on the quality of care that’s delivered by our incredible staff. You won’t find a friendlier, and welcoming team than the West Gippsland Healthcare Group. We care for our community because we are the community! The boost in capacity means more patients can be treated faster.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance or NDIS worker screening clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

Further details and how to apply

Further information is contained in the Position Descriptions (RUSON and RUSOM). Applications must include a current CV and cover letter outlining if you are applying for the RUSON or RUSOM role. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Erica Stewart, Undergraduate Nursing Workforce Coordinator,  🔒 Click to reveal email 0356256276

Applications close: 26 November 2026* (applications may close earlier)

* Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open for a minimum of fourteen (14) days for externally advertised positions from the date of advertisement and may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate/s are identified.

As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.