Mental Health Graduate Nurse Program

St Vincent's Private Hospital Toowoomba; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee counselling

Healthy work/life balance

Fitness Passport

Salary Packaging

Central Melbourne location

Job summary

St Vincent's Private Hospital Toowoomba – Melbourne VIC is seeking candidates for its Mental Health Graduate Nurse Program. The 12-month, part-time 0.8 FTE program supports development with a preceptor and professional development activities in a patient-centered mental health setting.

You will work within the Mental Health Department under guidance from program coordinators and nursing teams to deliver high-quality patient care and participate in ongoing education and professional development.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be completing a Bachelor of Nursing in 2025/26 and be eligible for registration as a Grade 2 Registered Nurse in 2026/27.
• Current Nursing Registration with AHPRA.
• Professional personal presentation and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality patient centred care.
• Manage both the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Administer medication safely in accordance with hospital policies, procedures and protocols.
• Observe, report and document relevant nursing findings as per hospital policy and adjust patient care accordingly.
• Liaise with patients, patient families, medical and allied health as required or requested to facilitate the delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Facilitate effective admission and discharge processes in accordance with hospital or unit guidelines.
• Participate in ongoing professional development by attending training and study days as per the Graduate Nurse Program requirements.
• Fulfilling the academic requirements of the Graduate Nurse Program.
• Support patients/consumers accessing the Mental Health Department.
• Working within the multidisciplinary team to uphold patient/consumer rights by using optimistic language and supporting people during their recovery.
• Actively challenging stigmatising attitudes, discrimination and social exclusion in line with the Recovery Model of Mental Health Care.
• Participating in admission, consumer assessment, care planning and discharge planning

Skills

Nursing Registration

Teamwork

Communication

Patient centred care

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (2025/26)

Job description

St Vincent's Private Hospital Toowoomba – Melbourne VIC

1d ago , from St Vincent's Private Hospital

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Amazing location in the heart of vibrant Fitzroy
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Friendly and supportive team environments
• Flexible commencement between November 2026 - January 2027

About the Program

We are seeking candidates for our SVHM Mental Health Graduate Nurse Program who are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients, who strive to increase their knowledge and skills, are motivated team members and who demonstrate critical thinking whilst embracing the values of our Health Service.

During your graduate year you will have the opportunity to learn and develop your skills in a supportive environment, working closely with your preceptor and the opportunity to participate in professional development activities.

Within our Mental Health Department, Graduate Nurses are encouraged to make the most of the extensive learning opportunities and care for patients with a range of clinical conditions. St Vincent’s assists individuals to identify strengths and develop strategies for further growth and professional development.

Our Mental Health Graduate Registered Nurse Program is a 12-month, part time (0.8 FTE) program, which offers supported succession planning that will allow you to achieve your future career goals.

About the Role

Under the guidance of the Graduate Nurse Program Coordinators, Practice Development Nurses, Clinical Support Nurses, Nurse Unit Managers and nursing teams, you will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality patient care in your specific areas.

• Provide high quality patient centred care
• Manage both the physical and emotional well-being of the patient
• Administer medication safely in accordance with hospital policies, procedures and protocols
• Observe, report and document relevant nursing findings as per hospital policy and adjust patient care accordingly
• Liaise with patients, patient families, medical and allied health as required or requested to facilitate the delivery of high-quality patient care
• Facilitate effective admission and discharge processes in accordance with hospital or unit guidelines
• Participate in ongoing professional development by attending training and study days as per the Graduate Nurse Program requirements
• Fulfilling the academic requirements of the Graduate Nurse Program
• Support patients/consumers accessing the Mental Health Department
• Working within the multidisciplinary team to uphold patient/consumer rights by using optimistic language and supporting people during their recovery
• Actively challenging stigmatising attitudes, discrimination and social exclusion in line with the Recovery Model of Mental Health Care.
• Participating in admission, consumer assessment, care planning and discharge planning

Classification for these positions will be Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 2 Year 1 NP11

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Candidates must be completing a Bachelor of Nursing in 2025/26 and be eligible for registration as a Grade 2 Registered Nurse in 2026/27
• Current Nursing Registration with AHPRA
• Professional personal presentation and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate within a “patient centred care” framework
• Ability to facilitate team outcomes in a multidisciplinary environment
• Commitment to ongoing education and professional development
• Ability to prioritise patient care and demonstrate appropriate time management skills
• A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, or willing to obtain

What We Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• A healthy work/life balance encouraged
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement
• Support from senior & education staff based in Mental Health and Emergency Department.

About St Vincent’s Mental Health

St Vincent’s Mental Health (SVMH) provides high quality, recovery-oriented services across an adult area mental health service for the inner-city areas of Yarra and Boroondara. The service utilises the Strengths Model of recovery and this model is embedded across all parts of the mental health service. In addition, the acute inpatient service utilises the Safewards Model. St Vincent’s is also committed to the ongoing development of a strong peer support workforce

Working at St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. St Vincent’s Mental Health is committed the recruitment and retention of high-quality staff. We aim to support staff to maintain and develop their skills to provide excellent clinical care and to meet their own personal and career goals. The service has a strong education and research focus, in addition to affiliations with a number of universities and educational institutions.

Contacts:

Mental Health Education Team (***************@svhm.org.au)

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).