Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse | Swanston Centre 1 1 1 1 1 1

 Employment Type -  Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 48 

Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 2)

Req Id - 8318 

• Multiple roles availble - part time or full time


• Build your career in a thriving service with strong support structures 


• Develop your clinical skills at Victoria’s largest regional healthcare provider 

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for an Enrolled Nurse to join the Swanston Centre Unit, a specialist inpatient service supporting people experiencing acute mental health needs. The Swanston Centre is part of Barwon Health’s Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Service (MHDAS) a renowned Mental Health service that provides community and inpatient mental health services across the Geelong region, working closely with consumers, families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care.

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, person-centred care, supporting consumers through their recovery journey, and contributing to a therapeutic and respectful ward environment.

You will work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, collaborating closely with nursing, medical, and allied health staff to support assessment, care delivery, and continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality mental health nursing care consistent with recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice


• Assist with monitoring mental state, physical health, and wellbeing, reporting changes appropriately


• Contribute to the implementation of care plans under the direction of our Registered Psychiatric Nursing team


• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation


• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment


• Demonstrates understanding of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 (Vic)

About You

We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Enrolled Nurse who:

• Holds current registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse


• Has experience or a strong interest in mental health nursing


• Demonstrates a person-centred, recovery-focused approach to care


• Communicates effectively with consumers, families, and colleagues


• Works well within a team and values collaboration


• Is committed to continuous learning and professional development

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction


• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program


• Extensive professional development opportunities


• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  
  
  
  • Living expenses capped at $9,010
  
  
  • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
  
  
  
  

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Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Child Safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check


• Immunisation Status Clearance


• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

Previous applicants need not apply.

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

ot accept resumes via email. 

Contact person: Justine Maggs | Nurse Unit Manager | Swanston Centre

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0433 847 552

Application closing date: Tuesday 16, June 2026

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 Page through the intranet before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.