Renal Research Nurse

Requisition No:  6626
Executive Division:  Operations
Division:  Western Health at Home
Program:  Renal Services
Department:  Nephrology Research
Enterprise Agreement:  Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Secto
Job Function:  Nursing
Project: 
  • Location: Sunshine Hispital
  • Employment Type: Fixed Term, Part Time
  • Salary: Research Nurse Level 3 (YX13) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

 

About the Role:

The Renal Research Unit at Sunshine Hospital is rapidly expanding clinical trial activity. We are seeking a Renal Research Nurse to join the team. The RRN will be responsible for efficiently coordinating delegated clinical research activities and workload within the Nephrology unit with the assistance of senior staff.

 

The RRN will ensure a high quality service is delivered that meets the needs of clients and patients, and will  ensure all studies are conducted in an ethical, scientific and legal manner and foster an environment that encourages and supports clinical research.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Will employ an innovative and flexible approach to research coordination 
  • Will assist in ensuring successful study start up processes, successful participant recruitment and successful study completion
  • Ensure that human ethics & governance submissions, annual reports, and amendments are submitted in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Will facilitate appropriate communications with other study coordinators and consultants and other key staff required to support renal trials activities.

 

Position Description

 

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

 

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

 

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

 

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

 

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

  • Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
  • Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
  • Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

 

Learning and development opportunities

  • Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
  • Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
  • Mentorship and career support.

 

Community impact and inclusion

  • Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
  • Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
  • Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

 

Organisational culture and environment

  • Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
  • Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

 

Ready to make an impact?

Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

 

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

 

Closing date: 11:59pm on 21 January 2026.

 

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Shannon Kokoszka via Shannon.Kokoszka@wh.org.au.

 

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

 

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

 

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.