Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse - Wanyarra

Reference Number: 2253

Job Title: Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse - Grade 2 

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part-Time                                                                 

Hours per Fortnight: 96 hours 

Classification: Psychiatric Enrolle Nurse Grade 2 Years 1- 4 (PE21 - YD22)

Location: Monash Street, Shepparton 

Closing date: 30/12/2025

For a confidential conversation please contact: Benjamin Fletcher on 0455141627 or Benjamin.Fletcher@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

Click HERE to find out more information about GV Health and our services.

Click HERE to find out more from our staff about a career and lifestyle at GV Health.

About the Role: Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse – Wanyarra Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit

Wanyarra is a 20-bed Acute Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit located within Goulburn Valley Health’s Shepparton campus. The unit provides short-term, recovery-focused treatment for individuals experiencing acute episodes of mental illness. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment.

As a Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse (PEN), you will play a vital role in supporting patients through their recovery journey. Working under the direction and supervision of Registered Nurses, you will contribute to the delivery of individualised care plans, administer medications, monitor mental state and physical wellbeing, and assist in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. This role offers opportunities to develop your clinical and interpersonal skills within a highly skilled and supportive team.

What makes this role unique is the collaborative and team-based environment within Wanyarra, with regular clinical supervision, ongoing education, and opportunities for professional growth through GV Health’s Mental Health Division training programs. You’ll also benefit from exposure to a range of acute presentations, allowing for diverse experience in psychiatric nursing.

The successful candidate will have:

• Current Enrolled Nurse qualification with AHPRA registration.
• Demonstrated understanding of mental health nursing principles and person-centred care.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to professional development and maintaining high standards of clinical care.

If you are passionate about mental health nursing and want to make a real difference in the lives of people experiencing mental illness, we would love to hear from you.

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.