Enrolled Nurse, Transition to Practice Aged Care
Employment Type -Temporary Part Time
Job Category -Nursing - Enrolled Nurse
Build your nursing career through a structured Transition to Practice Program for Enrolled Nurses in Aged Care
Join a supportive clinical environment with dedicated education and mentorship
6-month paid program commencing February **** | 48 hours per fortnight | rotating roster
Opportunities for ongoing part-time or fulltime employment post successful completion of the program
About the role
This Transition to Practice Program is designed for recently graduated Enrolled Nurses (EN) or EN's with limited clinical experience seeking a supportive pathway into the workforce.
Over six months, you will develop your clinical skills and confidence within an aged care setting, supported by experienced clinicians.
The program includes supernumerary time and dedicated education days to facilitate your professional growth and safe transition to independent practice.
Key responsibilities
Deliver safe, person-centred nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
Participate in structured education sessions and clinical learning opportunities
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team across a 7-day rotating roster
Apply clinical knowledge and skills in aged care while building professional competence
What we're looking for
Registered Enrolled Nurse with limited clinical experience
Commitment to learning, professional development, and quality patient care
Ability to work effectively within a team and adapt to a rotating roster
Interest in pursuing a career in aged care, with potential for ongoing employment
Candidates must be available for the entire 6 month period
About Aged Care Transition to Practice Location.
During the 6-month supported program you will be working either in Alan David Lodge or Wallace Lodge with a rotation through Blakiston Lodge with additional orientation study day




Alan David Lodge in Charlemont
Alan David Lodge is located on the Surf coast Highway just a short drive from both the Geelong CBD and coastal surroundings.
This 108-bed facility service offers both residential care and transition care beds, with 74 residential high level care beds and 34 transitional care beds.
The facility features spacious design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to external courtyards and the unique community garden precinct.
Lead by exceptional senior staff who prioritise holistic patient care and the continued education and development of their staff.
Wallace Lodge is a modern 108-bed facility featuring spacious design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to the external courtyards.
The beautiful garden settings enhance emotional wellbeing and offer a sense of tranquillity.
Blakiston Lodge in North Geelong
Blakiston Lodge is a modern 90-bed facility featuring spacious secure design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to the external courtyards.
The beautiful garden settings enhance emotional wellbeing and offer a sense of tranquillity.
Blakiston Lodge is dedicated to caring for people with dementia and mental illness and offers a safe and secure environment, quality nursing, and medical and psychiatric support for residents.
What should your application include:
A concise CV (no more than 3 pages)



which includes a short statement about your career goal including any relevant skills/attributes or values that you believe make you an ideal candidate for the role.
List all clinical placements including service name, clinical area, type of placement and dates of placement in table format.
Logbooks x 2 from acute/sub-acute Enrolled Nurse clinical placements, please upload these on peoples plus
Logbooks should include front cover, formative, summative and all pages completed by the clinical facilitator/supervisor of the placement
If you are unable to supply or upload clinical placement logbooks, please contact ****** to discuss alternative arrangements
Contact person: Nursing Midwifery Recruitment Team Email: ******
Phone: **************
Internal applicants: If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.
Living expenses capped at $9,010
Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Attractive salary packaging perks
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve.
We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
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📌 Enrolled Nurse, Transition To Practice Aged Care (Geelong)
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Geelong