2018 Graduate Nurse Program - Enrolled Nurses (Mental Health)
NWMH Adult and Youth Inpatient Units welcome applications from recently Graduated or Entry Level Enrolled Nurses with a genuine interest in Mental...
Summary about this job
Nursing - Psych, Forensic & Correctional Health
Company: Melbourne Health (RMH)
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-7-2397-2699
Fax: +61-3-1780-5038
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Detail information about job 2018 Graduate Nurse Program - Enrolled Nurses (Mental Health). Terms and conditions vacancy
- Structured Supportive Clinical learning environment
- 12 month Program commencing September 2018
- Placement within Adult or Youth Inpatient Unit
NorthWestern Mental Health (NWMH) is one of the largest providers of Mental Health Services in Victoria. Our multi-disciplinary workforce provide a recovery-oriented approach to care.
Enrolled Nurse Transition Program:
NWMH Adult and Youth Inpatient Units welcome applications from recently Graduated or Entry Level Enrolled Nurses with a genuine interest in Mental Health to take part in our Enrolled Nurse Transition to Mental Health Nursing Practice program. Positions are Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight (monthly ADO) with a rotating roster.
Why join our Program?
- A professional development pathway giving recently qualified or Entry Level Enrolled Nurses a supported transition into Mental Health Nursing.
- Provides the opportunity for consolidation of theory and refinement of clinical skills.
- Prepares Enrolled Nurses for ongoing employment opportunities.
- Includes planned and supported professional development activities followed by a period of clinical skill consolidation.
- Provides the skills to deliver excellence in person centred care, and a platform to develop into a safe, confident and accountable health professional.
If you are an Enrolled Nurse, interested in Mental Health Nursing, have finished a Diploma of Nursing within the last 12 months and are finding it difficult to get an opportunity to work in a Mental Health setting because of lack of experience, this program could be for you.
About You:
- Enrolled Nurse with current Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA) as an Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed).
- Awareness of mental health nursing practice and the ability to develop skills in risk assessment, mental state assessment, and care planning.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation.
- Commitment to excellence in nursing practice and continuing professional development.
- Understand the professional, ethical, legal responsibilities of Enrolled Nurses.
- Understand the importance of providing nursing care which focuses on the best possible outcomes for your patients
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills as well as an ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
Our Commitment to You:
- A supportive environment where graduate nurses are encouraged to develop both clinically and professionally.
- A sophisticated learning structure supporting continuing professional development.
- We are a values based organisation.
- Attractive salary and working conditions including monthly ADOs, salary packaging
- Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including; staff health service, peer support program and Employee Assistance Programs
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All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working With Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.