Enrolled Nurse Education Support - Transition to Mental Health
South West Healthcare (SWH) offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Psychiatric Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (EEN) to work alongside Clinical Nurse Educators (CNEs) and the Psychiatric Nurse Consultant (PNC) within Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (MHWS). This role focuses on supporting the development of specialist skills and knowledge within the EEN workforce, especially for those transitioning into MHWS.
Position overview
* Employment Type: Part-time (64 hours per fortnight), Fixed-term until August 2027
* Location: Warrnambool Campus
* Classification: Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse Level 4 (Educator)
* Salary Range: $100,739.60 pro rata, plus superannuation
What you bring
* Registered as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nurses and Midwifery Board of Australia - Australian Health Professionals Regulation Authority.
* Evidence of medication endorsement and proficiency with administration within scope of practice.
* Previous experience as a PEN 3, or eligibility to be employed as a PEN 3.
* Desirable: training in Preceptorship, mentoring, or Clinical Supervision.
* Experience working with individuals with issues such as substance misuse, mental illness, psychological distress, intellectual disability, homelessness, or other psychosocial stressors.
* Experience working with persons with Mental Health issues in acute, community-based, and PARC settings.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and frameworks, including the Victorian Mental Health & Wellbeing Act 2022 (desirable).
* Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills.
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
* Salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing, and additional superannuation contributions.
* Internal and external professional development opportunities.
* Ongoing clinical supervision.
* Development programs focusing on resilience, mentoring, and leadership.
* Excellent employment terms and conditions.
Who we are
SWH prides itself on values: Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity, and Leadership, and its dedication to the community. Learn more about SWH here .
We promote equity and inclusion for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural, religious backgrounds, and socio-economic statuses.
SWH is the major referral centre for the Barwon South West region, offering a range of health services including mental health and aged care.
Warrnambool, with a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000, is the regional hub of Victoria's Great South Coast.
Learn about Warrnambool and the region here .
How to apply
Submit your application via the Apply button, including a cover letter and resume, by Sunday 29 June 2025. Address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment will adhere to the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024, classification: Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse Level 4 (Educator).
The successful applicant must undergo checks including:
* Police Record Check
* Working with Children's Check
* Current Immunisation status
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