Registered Psychiatric Nurses

Essendon Private Clinic; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Job summary

Essendon Private Clinic in Melbourne seeks Qualified Psychiatric Nurses and experienced mental health RPNs for positions in the hospital’s In-patient Unit. The roles can be part-time or full-time, with a rotating roster and opportunities for professional growth.

Applicants must have AHPRA registration and psychiatric nursing qualifications or be pursuing them. The hospital offers a supportive, patient-centered environment and a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Current Registration with AHPRA is required.
• Psychiatric Nursing qualifications or actively pursuing Mental Health Nursing qualifications (mandatory).
• Ability to learn and adapt, excellent communication, and teamwork in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in the In-patient unit.
• Safely administer medications and monitor patients.
• Support daily operation of the In-patient unit and liaise with medical staff.
• Coordinate with stakeholders on clinical care and management.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Teamwork

Communication skills

Clinical care

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in mental health nursing

Mental Health Nursing qualifications (in progress)

Job description

Essendon Private Clinic (EPC) is a specialist 32 bed Sub Acute Mental Health Service located in Melbourne’s Western and Northern suburbs. EPC has an In-patient service, Day Programs, Trans Magnetic Stimulation service.

ABOUT THE ROLE

EPC is seeking Qualified Psychiatric Nurse and experienced mental health RPNs for positions in the Hospital’s In-patient Unit.

Please note: This is a part-time/full-time position.

We are not accepting applications for casual roles currently.

EPC values its employees and provides them with a variety of opportunities to grow and develop. The clinical team is friendly and supportive, taking pride in delivering a safe, person-centered and connected patient experience. The patient experience is positive, with individual needs recognised within the framework of a therapeutic community.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

• Ability to contribute to a growing and dynamic service
• Dedicated facility
• Pleasant location
• Free parking
• Friendly and supportive team environment

DUTIES

• Provide direct patient care and management of Clinical Patient matters.
• Safe and appropriate administration of medications.
• Contribute to all aspects related to the daily operation of the In- patient unit
• Undertake specific liaison with the medical team
• Liaise with all stakeholders around issues of clinical care and management
• Work alongside and support other suitably qualified and experienced staff
• Be Involved in quality and accreditation processes as relevant
• Support the Hospital intake for admissions and patient management
• Actively contribute to the strategic direction and growth of the Hospital
• Flexible to work on rotating roster needs.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Current Registration with AHPRA
• Psychiatric Nursing qualifications or currently working towards gaining Mental Health Nursing Qualifications. (Mandatory)
• Demonstrated desire to continue to learn
• Ability work alongside and provide support to other staff as required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to deliver excellent clinical care
• Flexibility to work on rotating roster needs of Hospital.
• A considerate and positive attitude
• Previous role within a Mental Health facility (desirable)
• Knowledge of or having worked in the private sector (desirable)

Required on Application:

• A current Police records check is required for this position.
• Copy of post graduate qualifications in mental health Nursing.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Prince via e-mail at *******@machealth.com.au.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, thank you.