Endorsed Enrolled Nurse, Transition to Practice Aged Care
Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
Job Category - Nursing - Enrolled Nurse
Req Id - 8222
- Build your nursing career through a structured Transition to Practice Program for Enrolled Nurses in Aged Care
- Join a supportive clinical environment with dedicated education and mentorship
- 6-month paid program commencing August 2026 | 48 hours per fortnight | rotating roster
- Opportunities for ongoing part-time or fulltime employment post successful completion of the program
About the role
This Transition to Practice Program is designed for recently graduated Endorsed Enrolled Nurses (EEN) or EEN’s with limited clinical experience seeking a supportive pathway into the workforce. Over six months, you will develop your clinical skills and confidence within an aged care setting, supported by experienced clinicians. The program includes supernumerary time and dedicated education days to facilitate your professional growth and safe transition to independent practice.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver safe, person-centred nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
- Participate in structured education sessions and clinical learning opportunities
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team across a 7-day rotating roster
- Apply clinical knowledge and skills in aged care while building professional competence
What we’re looking for
- Registered Endorsed Enrolled Nurse with limited clinical experience
- Commitment to learning, professional development, and quality patient care
- Ability to work effectively within a team and adapt to a rotating roster
- Interest in pursuing a career in aged care, with potential for ongoing employment
About Aged Care Transition to Practice Location.
During the 6-month supported program you will be working either in Alan David Lodge or Wallace Lodge with a rotation through Blakiston Lodge with additional orientation study day
Alan David Lodge in Charlemont
Alan David Lodge is located on the Surf coast Highway just a short drive from both the Geelong CBD and coastal surroundings. This 108-bed facility service offers both residential care and transition care beds, with 74 residential high level care beds and 34 transitional care beds. The facility features spacious design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to external courtyards and the unique community garden precinct. Lead by exceptional senior staff who prioritise holistic patient care and the continued education and development of their staff.
Wallace Lodge in North Geelong
Wallace Lodge is a modern 108-bed facility featuring spacious design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to the external courtyards. The beautiful garden settings enhance emotional wellbeing and offer a sense of tranquillity.
Blakiston Lodge in North Geelong
Blakiston Lodge is a modern 90-bed facility featuring spacious secure design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to the external courtyards. The beautiful garden settings enhance emotional wellbeing and offer a sense of tranquillity. Blakiston Lodge is dedicated to caring for people with dementia and mental illness and offers a safe and secure environment, quality nursing, and medical and psychiatric support for residents.
What should your application include:
- A concise CV (no more than 3 pages) which includes a short statement about your career goal including any relevant skills/attributes or values that you believe make you an ideal candidate for the role.
- List current/past employment details.
- List professional development completed during Enrolled Nurse training eg; short courses, in-services
- List all clinical placements including service name, clinical area, type of placement and dates of placement in table format.
- Logbooks x 2 from acute/sub-acute Enrolled Nurse clinical placements, please upload these on peoples plus
- Logbooks should include front cover, formative, summative and all pages completed by the clinical facilitator/supervisor of the placement
- If you are unable to supply clinical placement logbooks, please contact nmrt@barwonhealth.org.au to discuss alternative arrangements
- 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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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
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Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
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.
Contact person: Nursing Midwifery Recruitment Team
Email: nmrt@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 5822
Application closing date: 10, May 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 cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.