- Step confidently onto your Nursing Career in Mental Health
- Receive expert guidance, hands-on experience and tailored mentorship
- Immerse yourself in an inclusive, diverse and supportive culture
- Classification: RPN GR 2 YR 2-8 (NP 21-70)*
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
The Registered Nurse (RN) is a valued and integral member of the Peninsula Care Group multidisciplinary team demonstrating flexibility in caring for patients and their families across the organisation. The RN works competently within their scope of practice to deliver safe, evidence-based person-centred care to achieve optimal health outcome.
The Transition to Mental Health Program is a 6-month program with two 3-month rotations in various mental health settings. You will be working through a structured learning program designed to develop your mental health knowledge and skill set in a safe, supervised environment.
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Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Completion of a graduate year program or equivalent experience
- Interested in a career in mental health nursing.
- Demonstrated commitment to delivering high quality outcomes for consumers.
- Demonstrated clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with experience.
- Able to use basic computer software applications.
- Communicates well with and relates to consumers from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Prepares written documentation using clear, concise and grammatically correct language
Next Steps
For role specific information please contact Krystal Blair, Clinical Nurse Educator: KBlair@phcn.vic.gov.au
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Joshua Sutherland JSutherland@phcn.vic.gov.au
The role ceases advertising on 5 August 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/
Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.