Position Title Enrolled Nurse Mental Health Graduate Program
Employment Type Permanent Part Time
Location Eastern Health
Award Classification Psych Enrolled Nurses (73) (Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2021-2024) - SEN LEVEL 1 YEAR 7
Hours (per fortnight) 64Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position SummaryEnrolled Nurse Transition to Mental Health (TMH)
- Enrolled Nurse - Permanent Part time (64 hours per fortnight)
- Are you highly motivated?
- Are you looking for your next clinical challenge?
- Are you interested in developing your career in Mental Health?
Eastern HealthEastern 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 roleEastern Health is offering you the opportunity to undertake a 12 month EN
Mental Health Graduate Program. This course is intended to support both novice Enrolled nurses & experienced general nurses wishing to pursue a career in
Mental Health.This structured program incorporates both theoretical elements in addition to practical experience with allocated study days, learning packages and clinical assessments. During the course, participants will be supported by experts within the clinical facility and the clinical education staff of the Learning and Teaching Directorate.The program provides a career pathway for those
Enrolled Nurses seeking to work in the
Mental Health speciality environment whilst enhancing their critical thinking, theoretical knowledge and clinical skills.Our EN Transition to Practice Programs are progressive, responsive and innovative. We use the latest evidence to develop our program study days together with regular feedback from our participants. We support and facilitate the development of a well-prepared, high quality, safe nursing workforce committed to improving health outcomes.Our Learning and Teaching team and clinical staff provide a supportive environment that encourages the development of clinical skills, reflective practice and a sense of professional identity and accountability. As a graduate you will be a key participant and contributor to change and innovation and we invite you to join us for an exciting year and future with Eastern Health.
About youTo be successful in this role you should possess the following:
- EN Registration with AHPRA
- Proactive, reflective, self-directed learner
- Well-developed communication skills
- Patient centred practice
- Team player
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. This offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.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
Next StepsIf you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
How to Apply:Upload the following:
- 2 Pages
- Outline your clinical placements (specialty, hours, health service)
- Relevant working experience
- Cover Letter
- 1 Page
- Addressed to Vivienne Power, Enrolled Nurse Mental Health Coordinator
- Outlining your reasons for applying to Eastern Health & why you are interested in working in specialty area of Mental Health
- Examples of how you demonstrate Eastern Health values in your current role
- Academic transcript
- Certified by a person authorised to certify documents in Victoria e.g. Pharmacist
- Two clinical appraisals
- Include the assessment scale
- Include written assessment feedback
- Enrolled Nurse short answer question sheet attached to this advertisement. (compulsory)
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.
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 a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.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 Vivienne POWER
Contact Number (03) 9892 6724
Contact Email Vivienne.Power@easternhealth.org.au
Alternate Contact Person Derek McMahon
Alternate Contact Number (03) 9871 3361
Alternate Contact Email derek.mcmahon@easternhealth.org.au
Closing Date 24/05/2024
Position Description EEN PD - EH - 2023.pdf
2024 EN short answer questions.pdfApplication Guide
SharePlease 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.
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