Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3

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This opportunity is located in Ravenhall, Victoria at Dame Phyllis Frost Centre (Female Correctional Centre)

• Extensive investment in facilities and people supporting significant expansion
• RPN3 Year 1 - $100,932.00 to RPN3 Year 4 - $112,091.20
• Interstate and International relocation support provided to eligible applicants
• International Visa Sponsorship provided - including Permanent Residency

A career at Forensicare will be like no other. If you're passionate about supporting people in their mental health recovery, Forensicare is where you need to be. A career in the forensic mental health sector is diverse, challenging and rewarding.Forensicare is the state-wide specialist provider of adult forensic mental health services in Victoria. 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 contribute to a more connected, compassionate mental health and criminal justice system.

About the Role:

The Mental Health Nurse (RPN3) at DPFC delivers care within a custodial setting, practicing within a recovery framework and using sound judgement to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and maintain a high standard of patient care in consultation with Corrections Victoria, Primary Health and numerous other stakeholders.An RPN 3 at DPFC will be required to work across the inpatient unit, reception assessments, At Risk reviews and outreach services across the site.

About You:

Demonstrated thorough working knowledge of current standards of practice, contemporary mental health nursing practices and relevant legislation.

Proven knowledge, skills and experience in mental health nursing

Demonstrated commitment to mental health consumer recovery.

Demonstrated comprehensive risk assessments skills and ability to plan and implement risk management plans.

What you need:

• Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing or equivalent.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency (AHPRA).

Eligibility Requirements

• This position is subject to a Police Check.
• COVID19 & Influenza Vaccination Evidence
• Register and maintain your qualifications on eCredential
• Visa - We will Sponsor with pathways to Permanent Residency, subject to eligibility.