Mental Health Transition to Practice Program RPN2

Mental Health Transition to Practice Program - RPN2Applications close 12 April 2026Transition to Practice Program for Registered Nurses seeking to move into Mental Health NursingMultiple ongoing Full-time or Part-time (0.8) positions available12-month supported program commencing in June 2026Extensive investment in facilities and people supporting our significant service expansionA culture where people careA career in the forensic mental health sector is diverse challenging and rewarding. A career at Forensicare will be like no other. If youre passionate about supporting people in their mental health recovery Forensicare is where you need to be. You will be a part of a caring and supportive team making a real difference to people living with the dual stigma of mental illness and offending. We approach our work with curiosity and a commitment to understanding the unique needs of our consumers and carers. Working across community hospital and prison settings you can learn apply your specialist skills and advance in your profession. Together we can contribute to a more connected compassionate mental health and criminal justice locationThomas Embling Hospital located in Fairfield just 15 minutes north of the Melbourne city centre. Due to expansion we have a need for experienced like-minded professionals to join our team. Thomas Embling Hospital is a secure Mental Health currently 134 bed hospital providing acute rehabilitation and continuing care programs. The expansion will significantly increase access to care; we will have a dedicated Womens service and an additional medium secure mens facility. Now is the time to join us!About the Role:The Mental Health Transition to Practice program is an integral part of Forensicare in our commitment to develop our future workforce. This 12-month structured program is tailored towards supporting experienced Registered Nurses move into the profession of Mental Health Nursing. The program incorporates clinical experience education and support with post-graduate qualifications to assist Registered Nurses to develop core skills knowledge and competency as a Mental Health Nurse. During the program you will get opportunities to work across various clinical areas supported by clinical nurse educators in addition to allocated education days and paid study you are a Registered Nurse who wants to pursue a career in this specialist area of forensic mental health nursing this program offers a pathway to prepare you for ongoing employment opportunities in mental health :Applies to practice the recognised nursing competencies and psychiatric nursing standards of an evidence-based practice and recovery orientated approach to nursingDevelops skills to undertake comprehensive nursing assessments of patients plans implements and evaluates initial and ongoing risk assessment and care of consumersWorks within and ethically and legally sound frameworkEnrol in and complete academic requirements in obtaining a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health NursingMeet all program clinical and academic requirements and expectations as outlined as part of the Mental Health Transition to Practice ProgramAbout You:A current practicing certificate in nursing issued by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation (AHPRA)An understanding of health assessment care planning implementation and evaluation of nursing interventionsCommitment to mental health consumer recoveryEffective written and verbal communication skillsA demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively and effectively within a team displaying high professional conduct and reliabilityDedicated commitment to evidence-based practice with High motivation and willingness to learn including obtaining post graduate tertiary education in Mental Health NursingAn awareness of organisational purposeWhat you need:Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency (AHPRA).Registered Nurse with at least 2 years clinical experienceor Registered Nurse with mental health experience with no post graduate qualification in mental health successful candidate will be required to register their qualifications on eCredentialsA culture where people supervision and investment in the skill development of all our team defined career pathways existing across our Directorates with multi-disciplined Packaging Options available Mortgage Rent Car Expenses$2650 meal allowance per annumFitness passport discounted unparalleled access to a wide range of fitness Club access to discounted cinema tickets AFL games Zoos Concerts etcA leading multi-faceted approach to safety with unparalleled strategic practical individualised and team-based supports to minimise risks and fear and maximise safety and security underpinned by our workplace health and safety and reward for good performance through employee to an employee assistance program an external confidential self-referral employee wellbeing program for personal or work-related matters.A mental health and wellbeing program providing psychological peer support and critical incidence response to Apply To access a detailed position description please click Nursing - Transition to Practice Post Graduate for more information on Careers at Forensicare visit further information on the Mental Health Transition to Practice Program contact Note - Applications will be reviewed and interviewed as they are received. Advertising may close earlier than and Immunisation EvidenceThis position is subject to a Police CheckForensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people who identify as LGBTQI people with a lived experience of disability as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPECT INTEGRITY ACCOUNTABILITY HUMAN RIGHTS; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.