In accordance with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2024 - 2028 (the EBA); South West Healthcare (SWH) will consider applications for advancement to Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse Level 3 twice per year.  

Applicants must meet the following criteria: Provide evidence of achievement of four out of the ten Advanced Enrolled Nurse Level 3 Competency Standards (as listed in clause 109.4 (d) of the EBA and set out below), together with either:

• Can provide evidence of achievement of four out of the ten Advanced Enrolled Nurse Level 3 Competency Standards below; AND
  • A minimum of five years' post registration experience as an Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse; or:
  • A post registration qualification, a component of which is relevant to current environment/role.

Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse Competency Standards

1. Contributes to the education of new graduate PENs and/or Trainee PENs. For example, the Advanced PEN may precept or mentor new graduate Enrolled Nurses and/or Trainee Enrolled Nurses or contribute to the performance appraisal of less experienced PENs.
2. The PEN may be involved in committees and working parties within and/or beyond the work unit
3. Assists in the coordination of delegated activities of other staff under the guidance and direction of the RPN. For example, guides and supports activities of other PENs
4. Act as a resource to others. For example, may take responsibility for a specific task, such as equipment maintenance schedules, rosters or stock control
5. Contributes to quality improvements within their work area or the workplace and/or changes in PEN practice initiatives. For example, identifies risks and potential outcomes during assessments or identifies and implements harm minimisation strategies
6. Practises using specialised or advanced knowledge and skills in a clinical area within the enrolled nursing scope of practice. For example, applies acquired knowledge in child and family health care, recovery and rehabilitation, prevention of occupational violence and aggression, dementia care or other specific areas of clinical practice consistent with their educational preparation
7. Modifies practice to accommodate consumer health care needs of individuals and groups in different environments. For example, contributes to the effective utilisation of nursing resources in the context of changing workloads or responds effectively to changes in clinical situations within scope of practice required
8. Undertakes portfolio responsibilities either individually or as part of a clinical/quality team
9. Is aware of and functions in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures affecting PEN practice.
10. Actively participates in team leadership and decision making.

Further information is available from Catherine O'Keeffe (Nurse Unit Manager - Mental Health Acute Inpatient Services) on 03 5563 1219 or email cokeeffe@swh.net.au

Further details can be found on the People Hub Me>Careers at SWH

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply from home type the following into your browser:

https://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.searchResults?in_organid=18003&in_searchBut=Search

Applications from current South West Healthcare employees only are to be submitted online via our intranet only or see above link and need to include: an application form, application letter, full personal particulars, qualifications and experience; together with the names of two (2) referees by Sunday 14 June 2026.

Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.