Postgraduate Diploma in Neonatal Care

Employment Type: Fixed Term Part Time
Hours: 64 hours (0.84 EFT)
Location: Mercy Hospital for Women, Heidelberg
Contact: Jemma Binney ), Alanah Crowle ), Kirsty Nason ).

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Where there's care, there's You.

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For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that's gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.

Join us at Mercy Hospital, and help us deliver even greater outcomes for our patients, families, communities, and you.

Graduate Diploma in Neonatal Care (NICU)

• Undertake a paid supported Graduate Diploma in Neonatal Care (Neonatal Intensive Care) mid-year intake 2024

• Work at one of the leading NICUs in Australia for patient quality care and outcomes

• Flexible working options to accommodate university, home and work-life balance

About the Neonatal Services at Mercy Hospital for Women:

We are leaders in newborn intensive and special care in Australia. Our Neonatal Services, with 61 cots, cares for over 1500 newborns annually, making us one of Victoria's largest providers. We're renowned for delivering the highest quality care with exceptional patient outcomes.

Our Commitment to Excellence: 

As part of the Australian and New Zealand Neonatal Network, we prioritise delivering the safest, highest-quality care with a strong focus on family-centred care. We collaborate closely with other newborn services in Australia and Worldwide to ensure the best quality care is being delivered.

A Collaborative Approach: 

Our strength lies in multidisciplinary teamwork, we have an open-plan unit that allows for collaboration and support at all times. We offer numerous opportunities for career growth in nursing, leadership, management and research. Working in conjunction with our Tertiary Maternity Service and the state's surgical centres, we provide immediate stabilisation and long-term care for newborns with complex conditions.

About the Role:

The Graduate Diploma in Neonatal Care is a fully paid employment model that will see you providing direct patient care to newborns born from 22weeks onwards with a wide range of conditions. 

Undertaken over 1 year, for the mid-year 2024 academic intake. You will find yourself learning through a variety of modalities – bedside teaching, weekly tutorials, and dedicated study days. An extensive clinical practice portfolio will support your learning as well as periods of supernumerary time as you transition from the Special Care Nursery to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.  You will enrol into the Master of Nursing (Neonatal Care) course at our partner University, with the option of either exiting after the first year with a Graduate Diploma in Neonatal Care, or supportive continuation to complete the Masters over a further two years.

Summary of the role:

• Supportive learning environment with a specialist in-house neonatal education team 

• Fixed-term 12-month contract, 64-hours per fortnight

• Located next to the Austin Precinct in Heidelberg, across the road from Heidelberg train station

• 48 hours paid Post-Graduate Study Leave per semester, plus entitled study leave as per the EBA

• Various career pathways and opportunities available within the Neonatal Services

• Opportunity for ongoing employment and further support to complete Master of Nursing (Neonatal Care)

About You:

We're seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about neonatal care. You are a registered nurse with a commitment to delivering the best care to our tiniest patients and their families. Your communication skills, teamwork, and adaptability make you a valuable member of our multidisciplinary team. You're driven by a desire for professional growth and are ready to step into the dynamic world of neonatal care. 

Join us and advance your career in an environment that values innovation, patient-centered care, and unwavering quality. Contribute to our mission of making a difference in the lives of our tiniest patients and their families.

Why Mercy Health?
We've been supporting people for over 100 years. Now, we're taking all that we have and making it even better. It's about investing in our people and our cultures to create positive experiences and opportunities for all.

Here are some things you'll love about working with us:

100+ years of caring …
We're a cornerstone of the communities we serve, and as part of Mercy Health, the vital work you do here will always be needed. That means career stability and so much opportunity to build your rewarding future with us.

A team of 10,000 hearts …
A career in healthcare and human services isn't always easy, and it takes true heart. Here, you'll join a team of over 10,000 dedicated people who carry on and support each other, whatever comes their way.

Countless moments and lives …
As part of Mercy Health, you'll be right at the heart of our impact. By improving the health outcomes of parents and babies through outstanding patient care, you'll know that every moment you spend here truly matters.

… And so much more to come.
We're on a journey to keep growing our organisation and impact for the next 100 years. We have the leadership, the scale, the heart and the vision for the future. Let's achieve it together.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Develop and expand your skills, knowledge and impact across the scope of practice.

• Advance your career with ongoing professional development opportunities and educational resources in a supportive environment.

• Find a better balance with a flexible rostering.

• Make the most of your pay with our generous salary packaging options.

• Save big with access to a range of retail discounts across financial, healthcare, travel and other services.

• Live, work and feel your best with our health and wellbeing programs including an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport for you and your family. If you have an existing Fitness Passport, you can easily transfer it to Mercy Health.