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SalaryPosition Title Clinical Nurse Consultant -Older Adult Mental Health -South Ward PJC
Internal Only This position is open to employees of Eastern Health only
Employment Type Permanent Part Time
Location Peter James Centre
Award Classification Psych Services (70) (Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2021-2024) - RPN GRADE 5
Hours (per fortnight) 64
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Clinical Nurse Consultant
- Permeant Part Time | Peter James Centre
- Perfect opportunity to grow your career in the Older Adult space.
- Be part of a passionate and driven team with knowledge and skills to care for our consumers whilst providing the best services possible.
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, Mental Health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) within the acute inpatient setting provides clinical expertise for the ongoing recovery oriented collaboration with consumers, their significant others and the clinical team. The CNC works with the Clinical Nurse Manager (where applicable), Lead Consultant, Nurse Unit Manager to ensure consumers presenting with complex presentations have a comprehensive, collaborative inpatient recovery plan. Provides clinical leadership in the implementation of specific Department of Health and Human Service (the department) initiatives and frameworks that are being led by the Office of the Chief Mental Health Nurse. Contribute towards improved consumer and carer experience whilst maintaining a safe environment for all, inclusive of Safewards, Mental Health intensive care framework and reducing restrictive interventions through facilitation of the ongoing development of clinical practice in inpatient units Ensure daily collaboration and clinical leadership within the Memory Care Area (MCA) utilising huddle approach, ensuring development of safety/recovery/management plans in both MCA and LDU. Collaborate with NUM/clinical manager/ANUMs in the monitoring of clinical risk through VHIMS and in the mitigating of clinical risks. Incorporates practice which aligns with the EH Nursing and Midwifery Practice Guideline, as relevant to the clinical setting. Works collaboratively with all departments and programs both locally and across EH, to support the systems, processes and projects required to ensure efficient, effective and responsive health service operations in line with the organisations strategic direction.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Bachelor of Nursing or other recognised equivalent formal qualification
- Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australian (NMBA) via AHPRA
- Minimum 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience in Mental Health nursing
- Post Graduate qualification in Mental Health nursing preferably at a Masters level
- Demonstrated clinical leadership within Mental Health with proven ability to mentor, develop and sustain the nursing workforce.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership experience
- Previous experience in a similar role or at a senior clinical level is desirable
- A strong commitment to high quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the .
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Contact Person SABINA NGWENYA
Contact Number (03) 8804 9919
Alternate Contact Person Jodie Ten-Hoeve
Alternate Contact Number
Closing Date 07/01/2024
Position Description CNC PD-new.pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.
