This page has some Frequently asked questions (FAQ) and answers about nursing in Victoria and the Nurse Policy Branch of DHS. More FAQs will be added in response to the types of enquiries we get.
What is the scope of what a nurse in Victoria can do?
Is there new legislation for nurses in Victoria?
How do I find out what the changes mean?
How will national registration affect nurses in Victoria?
I used to be a nurse. What do I have to do to be able to start working as nurse again?
I have been told I need to do a course before I can re-register as a nurse. Who pays for this course?
Where can I do a nursing degree?
What subjects do I need to get into nursing?
I want to come and work in Australia as a nurse. What do I have to do?
I want to be a School Nurse. What do I have to do?
How do I become a Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Nurse?
How do I become a mothercraft nurse?
I need a transcript of my original nursing course but the School of Nursing has closed. What can I do?
I have a question about wage rates, allowances or entitlements?
How do I find out about nurse: patient ratios and/or pay rates in my area?
How can I find out the Refugee Health Nurse Program?
Are registered nurses required to report suspected child abuse and neglect?
For more information or guidance:
http://www.office-for-children.vic.gov.au/family-services/how-to-make-a-referral-or-report
http://www.aifs.gov.au/nch/pubs/sheets/rs3/rs3.html
Can I do a traineeship in nursing?
Is a TAFE Institute able to deliver RN Div1 nursing courses?
Can I do my traineeship part-time?
How is a traineeship different from a full time/part time program?
(i) Traineeships are publicised and filled like any other jobs employers have available (e.g. advertisements, Centrelink, Job Network)
(ii) You can enquire through Australian Apprenticeships Centres this is a network of local centres set up by the commonwealth government to assist people interested in an apprenticeship or traineeship. They will provide advice and direct inquiries to training providers or employers. You can find links to these at: http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au//default.asp
(iii) You can enquire with your local TAFE/training provider: some training providers obtain government funding and set up partnerships with employers to develop traineeship programs for which they advertise and recruit.
Where would I work as a trainee nurse?
What kind of wage does a trainee earn?
Which training providers are currently offering traineeship programs?
What is a Division 2 Registered Nurse?
Where can I find information about Division 2 Nursing courses?
What are the entry requirements?
What study modes are available with the Division 2 nurse courses?
What qualifications are available as a Division 2 Nurse?
Do I need to be registered to work?
How do I know what I can and cannot do in my employment as a Division 2 nurse?
Where do Division 2 Registered Nurses work?
Where can I find a job as a Division 2 Registered Nurse?
Once registered, can I work in other States or Territories?
What is a Division 2 Registered Nurse?
Where can I find information about Division 2 Nursing courses?
What are the entry requirements?
What study modes are available with the Division 2 nurse courses?
What qualifications are available as a Division 2 Nurse?
Do I need to be registered to work?
How do I know what I can and cannot do in my employment as a Division 2 nurse?
Where do Division 2 Registered Nurses work?
• Emergency • Rehabilitation
• Peri-operative • Aged Care
• Mental Health • Palliative Care
• Mother and Baby Care
Where can I find a job as a Division 2 Registered Nurse?
Once registered, can I work in other States or Territories?
Last updated:
October 12, 2009
For information relating to this page contact: Andrew Oates, Nurse Policy Branch, andrew.oates@dhs.vic.gov.au
Site authorised by: Katy Fielding, Manager, Nurse
Policy Branch
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