AddressClosing Date: 21/06/2024
- Start your career in Mental health within a dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture with the support of experienced clinicians and the mental health Professional Development and Practice Team
- Enjoy the opportunity to experience our varied programs including rotations to our acute inpatient units, continuing care teams and community programs supporting our community across the lifespan
- Support at every stage from a full orientation and supernumerary period through to comprehensive workshops as well as generous study leave and scholarships available towards Post Graduate Qualifications
- Up to $10,000 relocation incentive reimbursement program applies to eligible applicants
The Opportunity
AWH invites Registered Nurses wishing to pursue a career in Mental Health to apply for our Mental Health Graduate Nurse program. Our comprehensive 2 year program will provide a supportive learning environment to guide you as you transition from novice to confident and skilled Mental Health Clinician. We offer:
• A supportive team environment
• Rotations through our Mental Health Adult Acute Inpatient Units and Community teams that provide Mental Health support across the lifespan
• Regular individual and group clinical supervision
• Dedicated educational support from Nursing and Allied Health Educators, the Mental Health Professional Development and Practice team as well as experienced Mentors and Clinicians across the service
Duration:
• A 2-year program starting in February
• Part time employment (0.8 EFT) to allow for work life balance.
• Paid study days throughout the year
• Support to complete Post Graduate Qualifications in Mental Health
• Structured Mental Health Nursing Career Pathway
• Generous Annual leave entitlements
See here for further information on how our Program can support you
Candidates must meet the following mandatory criteria to be eligible to apply:
• AHPRA registration prior to commencement
• Completion of the undergraduate course within the previous 12 months
• Not currently in a graduate program
• Registered with the PMCV Allocation and Placement Service
You can register online by visiting gnmp.pmcv.com.au
Applicants will not be considered unless they participate in this system.
When completing your application, ensure you attach the following:
• A cover letter
• A current CV outlining your employment history and all clinical placements during your undergraduate degree
• A transcript of academic results
• 2 summative (final) clinical appraisals with Educator comments including one from a Mental Health Placement
• 2 professional referees (contact details to include telephone number & email address)
