Location: Melbourne | Northern MetropolitanJob type: Ongoing - full time or part timeOrganisation: Austin HealthOccupation: Nursing and Aged CareReference: 1958Make an impact on the lives of patients, their families and carers connected with the Secure Extended Care Unit.About the Secure Extended Care UnitThe Secure Extended Care Unit (SECU) is part of the Mental Health Division at Austin Health. SECU is a 25-bed regional service which provides a rehabilitation and recovery service to individuals aged between 18-64 years with severe, unremitting mental health symptoms and complex needs who need the support of a secure environment. The SECU provides therapeutic care in a contained and structured environment.About the roleAs an Austin Health Nurse, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of evidence-based nursing care in designated mental health inpatient units, in order to optimise health outcomes for the community.A regular day will see you:Ensure the well-being and safety of patients by following the values and principles which underpin best practice in relation to patient care, education and patient rights.Achieve and maintain the skills necessary, through personal professional development, to plan, prioritize and implement holistic patient care.The role involves a 24/7 rotating roster with ongoing flexible rostering options.Participating in quality supervision and training.Contributing to a positive workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing and personal growth in a supportive team environment.About youYou will be someone who has excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care. You are someone who wants to make a difference for patients in a secure mental health inpatient setting; you'll bring energy and drive to your work and have a keen interest in developing your nursing skills and profile on the unit.To be successful in this role, you'll bring with you:Relevant qualification as a Registered Nurse (as detailed in the position description).Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.Proven ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, both internally and externally.Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:Receive regular support and clinical supervision from a senior Registered Nurse, and have access to regular professional development and training opportunities.Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation.A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists.6 week annual leave, plus purchased leave options.Work with us!We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Jiji Jacob (SECU Nurse Unit Manager), ****** in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
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