Rural Northwest Health is offering a fantastic opportunity for individuals to complete a Diploma of Nursing by attending Federation TAFE in Horsham three days per week and undertaking supervised practice in a residential aged care facility two days per week.
The program will commence on 3 February 2025 and will conclude in January 2027.
Diploma of Nursing is the nationally accredited qualification required for initial registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as an Enrolled Nurse.
Qualifications & Experience
- Eligible for enrolment in the Federation TAFE Diploma of Nursing course, including achievement of a minimum Level 4 in each component of Language, Literacy, & Numeracy testing (completed on TAFE enrolment process)
- Be eligible for Australian government Apprenticeship Incentive Program
- Previous experience working in a healthcare setting would be an advantage
- COVID19 vaccination evidence
- Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one.
- Current Police Clearance and NDIS Check or willingness to obtain both.
- Aged more than 17 years
Knowledge and Skills
- Basic to intermediate computer and keyboard skills
- Ability to effectively manage time and resources to complete course requirements within require timeframes
- Blended delivery of education content requires reliable computer and internet access to participate online and complete assessments.
Working environment
- Employed five days per week including:
- Three days per week (9.00am to 3.30pm within Monday-Friday) attending classes at the Horsham Campus of Federation TAFE to learn the theoretical component of the course.
- Two days per week (8-hour AM and PM shifts) in a Rural Northwest Health residential aged care facility applying skills and knowledge in practice under the supervision of registered nurses.
- Clinical placement blocks require travel to Ballarat (completed on paid time).
To express your interest in this position please attach your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience on the above points, for a copy of the PD or for a confidential discussion please contact Jade jade@latituderecruitment.com.au
Applications close: 9am – Monday November 11, 2024