2 Year Fixed Term Full-Time, 76 hours per fortnight
Rural Northwest Health is offering a fantastic opportunity for individuals to complete a Diploma of Nursing by attending Federation TAFE in Horsham three days per week and undertaking supervised practice in a residential aged care facility two days per week. The program will commence in February 2027 and will conclude in February 2029.
Diploma of Nursing is the nationally accredited qualification required for initial registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as an Enrolled Nurse.
There are three positions available - two in Warracknabeal Campus and one in Hopetoun Campus.
The successful candidate will:
- Be eligible for enrolment in the Federation TAFE Diploma of Nursing course, including achievement of a minimum Level 4 in each component of Language, Literacy, & Numeracy testing (completed on TAFE enrolment process)
- Have previous experience working in a healthcare setting (as an advantage)
- Have basic to intermediate computer skills
- Have the ability to effectively manage time and resources to complete course requirements within require timeframes
- Have a reliable computer and internet access to participate online and complete assessments
Working environment
Employed five days per week including:
Three days per week (9.00am to 3.30pm within Monday-Friday) attending classes at the Horsham Campus of Federation TAFE to learn the theoretical component of the course.
Two days per week (8-hour AM and PM shifts) ina Rural Northwest Health residential aged care facility applying skills and knowledge in practice under the supervision of registered nurses.
Clinical placement blocks require travel to Ballarat (completed on paid time).
Rural Northwest Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive setting for all employees.