Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse (Temp PT)

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent working conditions

Staff wellbeing program

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at AUD 9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at AUD

Job summary

Barwon Health in Geelong is seeking a Grade 2 Registered Psychiatric Nurse for the Swanston Centre Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Unit. You will provide recovery-oriented nursing care in a 32-bed inpatient setting, working within a multidisciplinary team to support stabilization and transition to community services.

The role involves 24-hour rotating roster coverage and a strong commitment to evidence-informed practice, patient safety, and professional development.

Qualifications

• We are seeking a Grade 2 Registered Psychiatric Nurse with recognised experience in psychiatric or acute mental health settings.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to continuous learning and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, recovery-oriented psychiatric nursing care
• Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and treatment delivery
• Maintain and develop clinical skills in line with best practice

Skills

Psychiatric nursing

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Job description

Barwon Health in Geelong is seeking a Grade 2 Registered Psychiatric Nurse for the Swanston Centre Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Unit. You will provide recovery-oriented nursing care in a 32-bed inpatient setting, working within a multidisciplinary team to support stabilization and transition to community services.

The role involves 24-hour rotating roster coverage and a strong commitment to evidence-informed practice, patient safety, and professional development.