Community Mental Health Nurse - Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) ProgramRegistered Nurse Grade 2Multiple Part-Time Positions (32 hours per week)Step into community mental health nursing with confidenceReady to take your mental health nursing career beyond the inpatient setting?
Eastern HealthEastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services.
We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.Our Employee Value Proposition is "Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts".
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER.
Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action.
We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.Eastern Health's Community Mental Health Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) Program, commencing in February ****, offers a supported pathway for experienced acute mental health nurses to transition into community-based care through structured learning, mentorship and hands‐on clinical experience.Join a program designed to build your confidence, expand your clinical skills and prepare you for a rewarding career supporting consumers in their recovery journey within the community.Adult Community Case Management Teams (CCT)Continuing Care Units (CCU) - Box Hill and MaroondahMaroondah Early Psychosis TeamInfant, Child and Youth Mental Health Service (ICYMHS) AccessOlder Adult Community Mental Health*Please note:



MST positions require a minimum of 18 months' experience in contemporary acute mental health settings.About the ProgramThis 12-month Community Mental Health Transition to Specialty Practice Program provides a structured and supportive learning pathway for nurses moving from acute inpatient mental health settings into community practice.The program includes:Continuity in one clinical area for 12-monthsProgressive caseloadDedicated education and professional development sessionsGroup clinical supervisionMentoring and coachingStructured support from experienced clinicians and leadersAbout YouYou are a motivated, compassionate and recovery-focused Registered Nurse currently working in acute mental health who is ready to take a step into community mental health nursing.You are passionate about supporting people in their recovery journey and excited by the opportunity to build your confidence, autonomy and specialist community mental health skills through a structured learning program.We are looking for nurses who:Build strong therapeutic relationships with consumers, carers, families and multidisciplinary teams.Deliver safe, person-centred mental health care, including assessment, care planning, intervention and evaluation.Respond effectively to risk, deterioration and complex clinical presentations using sound clinical judgement.Communicate confidently and coordinate care across health services and supports.Demonstrate resilience, adaptability and a commitment to reflective practice, feedback and continuous learning.Contribute to a culture of safety, professionalism,



compassion and recovery-focused care.Bachelor of Nursing or other recognised equivalent qualification leading to condition-free registration in Australia.Current registration as an RN with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via AHPRA.Minimum 12 months post-registration nursing experience, including at least six months in contemporary acute mental health settings (18 months required for MST positions).
Ability to work a rotating roster for some areas.Current Victorian Driver Licence.Highly Desirable:Post Graduate qualification (or higher) in mental health nursing or working towardsExperience in an acute mental health setting at a public hospitalWhat We OfferEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
Advantages include:Mentoring and shadowing opportunitiesDedicated Transition to Specialty Practice educationClinical supervision and professional developmentAccess to discovery days across Eastern Health servicesFriendly and supportive multidisciplinary teamsAccess to Fitness PassportCommitment to Diversity, Equity and InclusionGood to KnowEastern Health is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.We provide a culturally safe and welcoming setting for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.We do not accept recruitment agency applicationsOur Values in Action:Respect for all | Safe and Welcoming | Partnering in care | Innovate, Learn and Lead
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📌 Registered Nurse - Transition-To-Speciality Practice (Community Mental Health) (Melbourne)
🏢 Eastern Health
📍 Melbourne