School Nurse for Adolescent Health & Wellbeing

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Victorian Government is seeking a Secondary School Nurse to be placed in Melbourne's northern suburb government secondary schools. The role focuses on health promotion, primary prevention and student wellbeing, delivering health education and targeted services.

You will work with the school wellbeing team, conduct student assessments, referrals and support, while upholding Department policies and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Competent in clinical nursing assessment and health promotion for adolescents.
• Experience with student health, record management and care planning.
• Strong cross-cultural communication and community health awareness.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication; ability to document and report.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health promotion and primary prevention within schools.
• Provide student assessment, referral and support.
• Collaborate with wellbeing teams to improve health outcomes for young people.
• Adhere to Department policies and professional codes.

Skills

Clinical nursing assessment

Adolescent health

Record management

Cross-cultural awareness

Communication

Analytical thinking

Service excellence

Education

Division 1 Registered Nurse

AHPRA registration

Victorian WWC Check

Job description

The Victorian Government is seeking a Secondary School Nurse to be placed in Melbourne's northern suburb government secondary schools. The role focuses on health promotion, primary prevention and student wellbeing, delivering health education and targeted services.

You will work with the school wellbeing team, conduct student assessments, referrals and support, while upholding Department policies and professional standards.