Position Title Mental Health Nurse | Acute Inpatient Unit | Box Hill & Maroondah
Employment Type Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time
Location Eastern Health
Award Classification Dependent on qualifications
Hours (per fortnight) 0
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
Mental Health Nurses – Acute Inpatient Units
- Permanent, full- and part-time positions available
- Career progression opportunities in a values-based public health service
- Work close to home in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs
- $66K - $96K per annum dependent on experience (pro rata for part time)
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We are a values-based organisation committed to research and teaching, and have strong affiliations with Australia’s top universities. 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 roles:
We have various ongoing opportunities for experienced Mental Health Nurses across Eastern Health’s acute inpatient units; information can be found or, find out more about Eastern Health’s mental health services more broadly
- Box Hill Hospital
- Adolescent Inpatient Unit (IPU)
- Upton House - Adult Acute IPU
- Ward 1 East - Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) and mental Health IPU
- Maroondah Hospital
- IPU 1 - acute adult IPU
- IPU 2 - acute adult IPU
- Peter James Centre
- South Ward - Adult and Older Adult IPU
At Eastern Health, you will be a valued member of a highly dedicated, multidisciplinary team incorporating medical, nursing and allied health professionals. We pride ourselves on going above and beyond to provide our patients with timely access to the best possible care. You will be supported by a team of experienced clinicians, including clinical educators and a cohesive leadership team. With a strong commitment to research and teaching, we offer many professional development opportunities, and our online learning platform, iLearn, holds a wealth of information to assist you with your ongoing learning and development.
International applications welcomed.
About you:
You are dedicated, empathetic and adaptable. You understand, and are interested in, the complex and varied patient presentations cared for in the acute hospital setting. To be successful in this role you should possess:
- Current registration with AHPRA (essential)
- Recent experience working in Mental Health nursing
- Post graduate qualifications will be highly regarded
- An empathetic and personable demeanour
- A strong commitment to high quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
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.
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
- Applications will be screened upon receipt
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 people, 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 manger listed or feel free to contact the .
Eastern Health Values: Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date**
Selection Criteria Essential: Would you be interested in a role at Box Hill Hospital at Upton House, adult IPU?
Essential: Would you be interested in a role at Maroondah Hospital at IPU1, adult IPU?
Essential: Would you be interested in a role at Maroondah Hospital at IPU2, adult IPU?
Essential: Would you be interested in a role at Box Hill Hospital at 1 East, AOD/MH ward?
Essential: Would you be interested in a role in the adolescent IPU at Box Hill Hospital?
Essential: Would you be interested in a role in the aged person's mental health unit at Peter James Centre?
Contact Person OLIVIA FITZGERALD
Contact Number (03) 9095 2451
Closing Date 31/12/2022
Position Description Registered Nurse Midwife PD - 2022.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.