You might think that there is only one type of nurse – the kind you see in your local hospital. However, a nursing career is in fact much broader and can present you with many exciting job paths. From paediatric to radiology nursing and mental health to research nursing, there are a variety of roles for you to explore. We offer a Diploma of Nursing (a Free TAFE course, and now also offered at our Bourke Street campus) and a Bachelor of Nursing. Completing one of our allied health courses may help you gain entry into Bachelor studies. So, let’s look at some of the nursing careers available to you, and how a Holmesglen nursing course can help.

Paediatric nurse

•  You will support infants, children and young adults
•  You will handle everything from immunisations to the treatment of symptoms
•  A school nurse may work in public or private schools, or even become a travelling nurse

Drug and alcohol and mental health nurse

•  You will deal with patients who are suffering from various psychiatric illnesses or addiction and help with their recovery plans
•  Career settings include working in hospitals to outpatient clinics and specialised clinics
• There are related nursing options that may also include community or rehabilitation nursing        

Research nurses, radiology nurses, nursing educators and theatre nurses

•  You will work with specialised and procedural roles
•  These nurses can provide education about procedures
•  Research nurses can assist with clinical trials, while radiology nurses help patients are receiving diagnostic or therapeutic radiology imaging

•  Aged care nursing
•  Defence Force nursing
•  Emergency nursing
•  Home Health nursing
•  Oncology nursing
•  Palliative care nursing
•  Rural/remote nursing
•  School nursing

Our philosophy is to ensure you are ready for work at the end of your course. This is achieved through:

•  On-campus training
•  Simulation activities
•  Supported clinical placement

Explore our nursing courses in Melbourne. Take the first step towards a rewarding and meaningful career. Apply now and make a real difference in your community!