Graduate Registered Psychiatric Nurse

Reference Number: 2610

Job Title: Graduate Registered Psychiatric Nurse 

Employment Type: Fixed Term Part - Time until 30/01/2028                                                

Hours per Fortnight: 64 (Multiple positions available)

Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 2, Years 1 - 5 (NP11 - NP70)

Location: Graham Street 

Closing date: 01/07/2026

For a confidential conversation please contact: Paige Harbor on Paige.Harbor@gvhealth.org.au

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 and Older Adult Mental Health & Wellbeing Services
• Community Mental Health & Wellbeing Services
• Acute Adult and Older Adult Inpatient Unit - Wanyarra
• Infant, Child and Youth Mental Health & Wellbeing Services
• Access and Engagement Mental Health & Wellbeing Services

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About the role

The Mental Health Graduate Nurse position is suitable for an enthusiastic registered nurse who has completed academic studies that lead to entry to the nursing profession.  The registered nurse assists and works with other mental health staff to organise and co-ordinates quality care for consumers, carers and families who present to Goulburn Valley Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (GVAMHWS). This position supports the transition of the new graduate registered nurse to independent practice.

The graduate nurse will participate in the mandatory training program that has been specifically designed to assist the graduate to develop their skills and knowledge in relation to mental health nursing over the 12-months. In conjunction with the training program which includes an academic component, the graduate must complete the clinical competencies provided as part of the program at the identified time intervals as set out in their program. In order to meet the requirements of the program all competencies, assessments and hurdles must be achieved. This educational component will allow you to obtain recognition of prior learning towards post-graduate studies in mental health nursing.

About the candidate

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) through Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) prior to commencement in the Graduate Nurse Program
• Commit to the requirements of a Graduate Nurse Program
• Demonstrate motivation to learn and engage in various clinical environments across various sites
• Demonstrate a high standard of assessment, clinical reasoning, problem solving, organisational and prioritisation skills
  
  

Position Description: 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 Community Connector 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.