Reference Number: 1432
Job Title: Postgraduate Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Employment Type: Fixed Term Part Time ending January 2026
Multiple Positions
Location: Graham Street
Closing date: 02/12/2024
For a confidentialconversation please contact: Melissa Metcalf on (03) 5832 2111
About GV Health – Mental Health Services:
Our skilled and committed team of Mental Health professionals provide an innovative range of services for individuals suffering from, or at risk of, serious mental health problems requiring short and long-term treatment and support. Our comprehensive service is offered across the municipalities of Mitchell, Murrindindi, Strathbogie, Greater Shepparton and Moira regions.
Our multidisciplinary professionals are from an array of backgrounds and disciplines and work across a range of settings and services including:
* Adult Mental Health
* Community Mental Health
* Acute Adult Inpatient Unit - Wanyarra
* Aged Persons Mental Health
* Child and Youth Mental Health
Click HERE to find out more information about GV Health and our services.
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About the Role
This role has been established to expand on graduate year knowledge, enhance career progression and embed skills in the speciality of mental health nursing. Incumbents are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and emotional intelligence by engaging in reflective practice, self –directed autonomous learning supported by the professional development team, designated mentors and staff throughout GVAMHWS. It is a 12-month structured program that provides opportunity, to learn, gain knowledge, skills and confidence while working across a range of program areas. The incumbent will work to meet competencies and to engage in autonomous practice while working as a member of a multidisciplinary team and in partnership with individuals/families/networks working towards recovery goals. It is aligned with the standards of the profession and offer opportunity for candidates to develop best practice converging workplace practice with academic learning.
The successful candidate will have:
* Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered nurse
* Successful completion of a graduate year in mental health or equivalent mental health nursing experience and is currently studying or completed postgraduate qualifications in mental health nursing
* Experience in a range of nursing interventions and a commitment to mental health care, treatment & support for people with serious mental health issues
Position Description: CLICK HERE
If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'
Why work at GV Health?
* Free Workforce Navigator Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
* Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
* Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
* Paid parental leave
* Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
* A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
* Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
* Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program
GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.
Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.
GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.
Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.