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Nursing interview questions and tips for landing the job

As a nurse, there are plenty of opportunities to advance your career. Here is how to set yourself up for success by preparing for your next nursing interview.



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The latest data shows strong projected growth in the field, with the number of employed registered nurses in Australia expected to grow from 290,800 in 2021 to 331,200 by 2026.

Postgraduate nursing courses are a popular and effective way to take the next step in your nursing career. While the job market is competitive, skillfully addressing nursing interview questions can put you on the front foot. Armed with your experience and education, you possess the sought-after skills. Excelling in your interview involves showcasing how you’re the perfect fit for the role, highlighting your comprehensive skill set and expertise.

Here, we help you prepare for your nursing job interview with questions you can expect to face, as well as general hints and tips for interview success.

Your next nursing interview: tips and hints to help you prepare

While preparation for the interview is crucial, Sarah Roberts, Acute and Midwifery Lead Consultant of Cornerstone Medical Recruitment, says you can also make the mistake of overthinking or over-preparing. She suggests focusing on these six key points as the interview day draws nearer:

  • Be confident. “Back yourself, you’ve got the skills,” Roberts says. “You’ve done your job. You know you can do it.”
  • Jot things down. “Run through everything you’ve done in your career, but just write a few dot points down as you prepare,” she adds. Doing this keeps you focused on your key accomplishments and experiences relevant to the role.
  • Know the job description. Roberts urges job candidates to thoroughly read and understand the job description and develop some examples of how you can show how you meet the job requirements. “Use the EAR technique – example, action, result.”
  • Do a little background research. Know details about the health service. It will also help to have background on the organisation advertising the role.
  • Stay calm. “When they ask you scenario-based questions, whatever you think first is usually the right answer,” Roberts advises.
  • Converse and connect. Go prepared with your own questions. “Feel free to ask questions within the interview. It’s like a conversation. Connect with the interviewers.”

It goes without saying that you should also be punctual, dress appropriately, maintain eye contact and generally act positively and professionally throughout the entire process. If you’ve been asked to complete a task or bring something to the interview, remember to tick those off your list during preparation for the meeting.

Nursing scenario interview questions and answers: examples to help you land the job

You might be the best person for the role on paper, but to secure the job, you’ll also need to shine during the interview. You will be asked to showcase your skills, education and experience by answering a series of questions.

Becki Thompson, who works alongside Roberts at Cornerstone Medical Recruitment as an Acute and Midwifery Recruitment Partner, says that while today’s interview questions are clinical and scenario-based, there are some common nursing job interview questions to consider – and a little preparation here means you can go into the interview with confidence.

  1. Frequently asked questions:
  2. What do you know about this area of nursing?
  3. Tell us why you’ve applied for this role.
  4. Describe a difficult situation in nursing and how you handled it.
  5. What nursing areas pique your interest and why?
  6. What qualities do you possess that will make you successful in this role?
  7. How do you keep calm when faced with aggression from a patient?
  8. How do you not get overwhelmed in these situations?
  9. What do you enjoy most about nursing?
  10. What are your career goals?

Remember that your answers to these questions allow you to tell the interviewers about your background, skills and experience. Prepare by writing down your ideal answers and identify keywords, phrases and points that you can call on during the interview.

  1. Thompson also provides some more detailed, scenario-based nursing interview questions to prepare for:
  2. The ability to prioritise workload is an essential aspect of nursing. Can you please explain how you would prioritise the following patients and why:

    - a patient has just returned to the ward following a surgical procedure 

    - you have another patient with an SBP of 85mmHg

    - a new admission has just arrived from ED

  3. An elderly patient has been cleared for discharge. How do you ensure that this patient is safely discharged home?
  4. You are asked to perform a drain removal but have not done it before. Please outline the steps you would take.
  5. You are concerned about one of your patient’s conditions and you have paged the doctor to inform them. Can you please outline how you would communicate your concerns with the medical team?

Leverage your experience, education and training, honed skills and pivotal career milestones to effectively address and answer these nursing interview questions. Always answer questions clearly and directly and remember the EAR technique. Showcasing your expertise and demonstrating how each step in your education and career has equipped you to excel in your next role will help you navigate the interview process with ease.

Highlighting your competitive advantage during the interview

Competition is fierce in the current job market and it may be the slightest detail that prevents you from being offered your dream job (and potentially boosting your nursing salary). Prepare for your interview by considering what might set you apart from the pack and how you can communicate that clearly.

In today’s workplace, diversity and inclusion is an area of focus. Employers may ask about your experience working in rural, remote and Indigenous communities. For example, if you have had placements or short durations of work in regional areas or working with diverse cultural communities, talk about that experience. Share your knowledge of working with people from different communities and backgrounds, as well as your international healthcare experience and how you effectively integrate your understanding of cultural appropriateness into your work.

Have you undertaken a nursing course? Do you have specific leadership experience or special qualifications such as a Master of Nursing (Leadership) or a Graduate Certificate in Nursing Majoring in Leadership & Management? Make sure you find an opportunity to weave that into your responses.

If you’re looking to advance your career in nursing, Thompson says it’s important to highlight any of these other specific education, training and skills you have (all of which are highly valuable, and in some cases mandatory, to employers):

  • ALS (Advanced Life Support) for all nurses
  • triage: for emergency department Nurses (in some states, such as Victoria, you must do a postgraduate degree in Emergency Nursing to get your triage qualification)
  • FSEP Level 3 (Fetal Surveillance Education Program) for midwives only or dual registered nurses/midwives
  • neonatal resus for midwives
  • resus in general for emergency department nurses
  • basic skills like cannulation
  • experience in a tertiary hospital: high level, fast turnover, quick pace – skills and experience that are very attractive for employers
  • emergency department experience is great if you are considering a role in remote nursing
  • up-to-date cultural awareness, hand hygiene, medication management, elder safety and blood safety training

Feeling interview-ready?

Even if excelling at interview questions is not your strong suit, these nursing interview tips and example questions should give you a better idea of what to expect. Face the interview with confidence and clarity by knowing your strengths and what you will bring to the job – and using the EAR technique of providing an example, action and result – to help seal the deal.

Ready to take the next step in your career and start a new qualification before your next interview? GlobalHealth Education partners with universities offering nursing courses that can help you attain new opportunities.

Postgraduate nursing courses in Australia

The courses below are listed by qualification level, from lowest to highest.

Graduate Certificate in Nursing
Graduate Certificate in Nursing
Award-winning study model VU's award-winning postgraduate Block Model recognises the complexity of students' lives while giving a consistent, manageable and connected online learning experience. Earn your Graduate Certificate in Nursing faster than on-campus with our unique study model. No exams or textbooks to purchase The online units have been designed with a student-centred approach that spans from the overarching learning outcomes to engaging activities and self-determined assessments. Support seven days and in the evenings Get the support you need, when you need it, during your course. VU's support network has a single focus on ensuring you are entirely supported to succeed. VU Online’s Graduate Certificate in Nursing is designed for registered nurses to transform the delivery of healthcare services in Australia. You can successfully earn your Graduate Certificate in Nursing by enrolling in 4 consecutive study periods of seven weeks each. This means you can enrol and complete your course in as little as eight months.   Each course is delivered 100% online, giving students the flexibility to fit study around their busy personal and professional lives. VU Online, takes a personalised 1:1 approach to online learning, which makes learning highly interactive and supported. With 25 years of experience delivering postgraduate courses in Australia, VU has equipped thousands of students from all walks of life with the knowledge and skills to successfully achieve their unique career goals including promotion, salary increase and leadership and innovation in nursing.
Graduate Certificate 8 months 4 Units
Units
  • Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health
  • Care Coordination in Practice
  • Leading Improvement and Innovation
  • Evidence and Research for Practice
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Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education
Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education
#1 in Australia for academic reputation in Nursing (QS World University Rankings, 2022) Top ranked for Excellence in Research in Australia for Nursing & Midwifery (QS Stars Rating, 2018-2021) Australia's #1 performing university under 50 (QS Top 50 Under 50, 2020) UTS Online's Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education is for nurses that want to build their expertise in interdisciplinary education, collaboration and leadership to influence workplace outcomes in healthcare settings. Students will develop the skills to lead and manage change while implementing effective approaches for building evidence-based teaching and learning capacity in their workplace. This course is delivered 100% online in a collaborative learning environment where students engage in interactive activities that address real-world challenges relevant to their practice. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education, you will have the opportunity to progress to one of the following courses: Master of Advanced Nursing (available to registered nurses only) Master of Education (Learning and Leadership)
Graduate Certificate 8 months 4 Units
Units
  • Creating a Culture of Teaching and Learning in Healthcare
  • Designing Innovative Learning
  • Specialty Clinical Practice
  • Plus Electives
Graduate Certificate in Critical Care
Graduate Certificate in Critical Care
#1 in Australia for academic reputation in Nursing (QS World University Rankings, 2022) Top ranked for Excellence in Research in Australia for Nursing & Midwifery UTS Online’s Graduate Certificate in Critical Care is for aspiring nursing leaders who are looking to learn and apply specialist knowledge in every aspect of their patient care.  You will develop an understanding of core critical care concepts and be able to confidently evaluate complex patient data to inform clinical decision-making. Engage in a collaborative learning environment where you will develop the skills to manage and care for people with life-threatening conditions, injuries and complications using therapeutic interventions. This course is delivered part-time and 100% online in a collaborative learning environment where students engage in interactive activities that address real-world challenges relevant to their practice. 
Graduate Certificate 8 months 4 Units
Units
  • Complex Critical Care​
  • Professional Practice in Critical Care​
  • Applied Pathophysiology in Practice​
  • Specialty Clinical Practice
Graduate Certificate of Nursing Majoring in Education
Graduate Certificate of Nursing Majoring in Education
100% online and part-time Fast-track your career with flexible study you can balance around your life. Study one subject at a time and complete your degree in as little as eight months part-time. One of Australia's top 10 nursing schools You’ll study and connect with industry leaders, specialists and experienced nurse academics. JCU’s online Graduate Certificate of Nursing will help prepare you for the healthcare system of tomorrow. Australia's healthcare landscape is changing. Governments, industry and healthcare providers are working smarter to meet rising costs coupled with the increasing demand on our health system. You’ll develop advanced knowledge and specialist skills in your chosen nursing field. You’ll be able to take on nursing leadership roles in your area of practice, receive increased professional recognition and boost your potential to seize new opportunities in your nursing career. The Education major, with its two specialised units in healthcare education, gives you the ability to take on educational practice roles in clinical or non-clinical environments.
Graduate Certificate 8 months 4 Units
Units
  • Principles of Education for the Health Professional
  • Teaching in Practice Settings
  • Clinical Coaching
  • Persuasive Communication
Graduate Certificate of Nursing Majoring in Leadership & Management
Graduate Certificate of Nursing Majoring in Leadership & Management
100% online and part-time Fast-track your career with flexible study you can balance around your life. Study one subject at a time and complete your degree in as little as eight months part-time. One of Australia's top 10 nursing schools You’ll study and connect with industry leaders, specialists and experienced nurse academics. JCU’s online Graduate Certificate of Nursing will help prepare you for the healthcare system of tomorrow. Australia's healthcare landscape is changing. Governments, industry and healthcare providers are working smarter to meet rising costs coupled with the increasing demand on our health system. You’ll develop advanced knowledge and specialist skills in your chosen nursing field. You’ll be able to take on nursing leadership roles in your area of practice, receive increased professional recognition and boost your potential to seize new opportunities in your nursing career. The Leadership and Management major gives you the confidence and knowledge to embrace management or leadership positions in healthcare, with two specialist units of study.
Graduate Certificate 8 months 4 Units
Units
  • Leading and Managing in Health
  • Ethics and Health Management
  • Effective Clinical Governance
  • Persuasive Communication
Graduate Certificate in Women's and Children's Health
Graduate Certificate in Women's and Children's Health
Kick-start your career in leading the way in women's and children's health Develop specialist skills in an in-demand industry to deliver impact where it matters Study an industry-led curriculum that’s designed to meet the industry needs of the future Accelerated and supported online study at a university that’s passionate about your success The UTS Online Graduate Certificate in Women’s and Children’s Health is for midwives, nurses and allied health professionals looking to:  Develop the foundational knowledge to pursue senior and specialised roles Build on their existing skills and knowledge to advance into a career in women’s and children’s health Gain an understanding of the existing issues in women’s and children’s health and contribute to a changing industry, ensuring culturally safe and accessible healthcare is available Adapt their skillset to meet the future needs of a rapidly changing and in-demand industry Establish a point of difference with the first postgraduate course of its kind
Graduate Certificate 8 months 4 Units
Units
  • Contemporary Women’s Health Issues
  • The Child in the Contemporary World
  • Global Perspectives in Sexual, Reproductive, and Maternal Health
  • Legal and Ethical Issues in Women’s Health
Graduate Certificate of Nursing Majoring in Advanced Practice
Graduate Certificate of Nursing Majoring in Advanced Practice
100% online and part-time Fast-track your career with flexible study you can balance around your life. Study one subject at a time and complete your degree in as little as eight months part-time. One of Australia's top 10 nursing schools You’ll study and connect with industry leaders, specialists and experienced nurse academics. JCU’s online Graduate Certificate of Nursing will help prepare you for the healthcare system of tomorrow. Australia's healthcare landscape is changing. Governments, industry and healthcare providers are working smarter to meet rising costs coupled with the increasing demand on our health system. You’ll develop advanced knowledge and specialist skills in your chosen nursing field. You’ll be able to take on nursing leadership roles in your area of practice, receive increased professional recognition and boost your potential to seize new opportunities in your nursing career. The Advanced Practice major gives you the skills you need to deliver advanced patient care, with two specialised units in the Graduate Certificate.
Graduate Certificate 8 months 4 Units
Units
  • Quality Use of Medicines in Practice
  • Effective Clinical Governance
  • Advanced Health Assessment
  • Persuasive Communication
Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health
Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health
Gain experiential learning via clinical placements  Deliver specialised care in child and family health, driving change where it matters most  Study a contemporary curriculum informed by leading industry experts  Accelerated and supported study at a university that’s passionate about your success The UTS Online Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health is for midwives and nurses looking to:  Support new caregivers as they transition to parenthood and provide compassionate, evidence-based care in the early childhood setting Build upon their existing knowledge to provide high-quality care, service and support to families Take their learning to the next level and gain hands-on experience in community-based family health centres with UTS’s leading industry partners Transfer their experience into a meaningful career in child and family health Complete a postgraduate certification and develop the skills to support and instil confidence in new parents caring for a newborn and/or young children Broaden their career opportunities with a rewarding and in-demand career in child and family health
Graduate Certificate 8 months 4 Units
Units
  • Foundations of Child and Family Health
  • Family and Community Health in Practice
  • Growth and Development in the Younger Child
  • Growth and Development in the Older Child
Graduate Diploma of Nursing Majoring in Education
Graduate Diploma of Nursing Majoring in Education
100% online and part-time Fast-track your career with flexible study you can balance around your life. Study one subject at a time and complete your degree in as little as eight months part-time. One of Australia's top 10 nursing schools You’ll study and connect with industry leaders, specialists and experienced nurse academics. Australia’s health system is changing to meet more demand than ever before. James Cook University’s Online Graduate Diploma of Nursing will equip you with the critical thinking skills and theoretical knowledge to apply advanced nursing concepts in the clinical setting. This online course will prepare you to lead nursing practice and optimise patient outcomes in a hospital setting. The Education major, with its eight specialised units in healthcare education, gives you the ability to take on educational practice roles in clinical or non-clinical environments.
Graduate Diploma 16 months 8 Units
Units
  • Principles of Education for the Health Professional
  • Teaching in Practice Settings
  • Clinical Coaching
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Informatics for Health Professionals
  • Contemporary Healthcare Education
  • Effective Clinical Governance
  • Synthesising Evidence for Healthcare
Graduate Diploma of Nursing Majoring in Advanced Practice
Graduate Diploma of Nursing Majoring in Advanced Practice
100% online and part-time Fast-track your career with flexible study you can balance around your life. Study one subject at a time and complete your degree in as little as eight months part-time. One of Australia's top 10 nursing schools You’ll study and connect with industry leaders, specialists and experienced nurse academics. Australia’s health system is changing to meet more demand than ever before. James Cook University’s Online Graduate Diploma of Nursing will equip you with the critical thinking skills and theoretical knowledge to apply advanced nursing concepts in the clinical setting. This online course will prepare you to lead nursing practice and optimise patient outcomes in a hospital setting. The Advanced Practice major gives you the skills you need to deliver advanced patient care through eight specialised units.
Graduate Diploma 16 months 8 Units
Units
  • Synthesising Evidence for Healthcare
  • Effective Clinical Governance
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Informatics for Health Professionals
  • Advanced Health Assessment
  • Quality Use of Medicines in Practice
  • Applied Health Assessment and Advanced Practice
  • Diagnostic Reasoning for Advanced Practice
Graduate Diploma of Mental Health
Graduate Diploma of Mental Health
By completing Southern Cross University’s online Graduate Diploma of Mental Health course, you gain expert knowledge in mental health and psychology, while building the skills needed to confidently respond to patients experiencing mild, moderate and severe mental health challenges. Developed with the latest industry standards in mind, this program prepares you to work within a range of health settings and disciplines. You will access current and clinically relevant, evidence-based knowledge and learn from leading and clinically active mental health academics from the internationally recognised Faculty of Health. Gain immediately implementable skills Course material is current and comprehensive Become a well-rounded mental health care provider  Learn from clinically experienced mental health academics  Dedicated, one-on-one support Flexible online learning environment Affordable fees, FEE-HELP available
Graduate Diploma 16 months 8 Units
Units
  • Contemporary Mental Health
  • Mental Health Across the Lifespan
  • Mental Health in Community, Non-Government and Primary Health Settings
  • Acute Mental Health
  • Supporting Behaviour Change in Mental Health Contexts
  • Building a Professional Portfolio
  • Leading Evidence-based Practice in Health
  • Physical Healthcare in Mental Health
Graduate Diploma of Nursing Majoring in Leadership & Management
Graduate Diploma of Nursing Majoring in Leadership & Management
100% online and part-time Fast-track your career with flexible study you can balance around your life. Study one subject at a time and complete your degree in as little as eight months part-time. One of Australia's top 10 nursing schools You’ll study and connect with industry leaders, specialists and experienced nurse academics. Australia’s health system is changing to meet more demand than ever before. James Cook University’s Online Graduate Diploma of Nursing will equip you with the critical thinking skills and theoretical knowledge to apply advanced nursing concepts in the clinical setting. This online course will prepare you to lead nursing practice and optimise patient outcomes in a hospital setting. The Leadership and Management major gives you the confidence and knowledge to embrace management or leadership positions in healthcare, with eight specialist units of study.
Graduate Diploma 16 months 8 Units
Units
  • Leading and Managing in Health
  • Ethics and Health Management
  • Effective Clinical Governance
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Informatics for Health Professionals
  • Business and Finance for the Health Manager
  • Conflict and Dispute Resolution in Healthcare
  • Synthesising Evidence for Healthcare
Master of Advanced Nursing
Master of Advanced Nursing
#1 in Australia for academic reputation in Nursing (QS World University Rankings, 2022) Top ranked for Excellence in Research in Australia for Nursing & Midwifery UTS Online’s Master of Advanced Nursing is designed for nurses who want to drive better outcomes for person-centred care in a range of health care settings. It offers four specialist pathways - Acute Care, Chronic and Complex Care, Quality and Safety, and Leadership and Management - and offers a range of electives to choose from if you elect to take a generalist pathway. This course is delivered part-time, 100% online and influenced by strong healthcare industry partners, making it one of the most contemporary and comprehensive courses of its kind.
Master's 24 months 12 Units
Units
  • Specialty Clinical Practice
  • Applied Pathophysiology in Practice
  • Evidence for Informing Practice
  • Improving Safety and Quality in Healthcare
  • Plus Electives
Master of Nursing (Leadership)
Master of Nursing (Leadership)
Award-winning study model VU's award-winning postgraduate Block Model recognises the complexity of students' lives while giving a consistent, manageable and connected online learning experience. Earn your Master of Nursing (Leadership) faster than on-campus with our unique study model. No exams or textbooks to purchase The online units have been designed with a student-centred approach that spans from the overarching learning outcomes to engaging activities and self-determined assessments. Support 7 days and in the evenings Get the support you need, when you need it, during your course. VU's support network has a single focus on ensuring you are entirely supported to succeed. VU Online’s Master of Nursing, with a specialisation in Nursing Leadership, is designed for registered nurses to transform the delivery of healthcare services in Australia. Across eight core units of study – from Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health to Nursing Informatics – and four specialised units in Nursing Leadership, students will acquire skills that are in demand for senior nurse leaders. The Nursing Leadership specialisation provides registered nurses with the knowledge to develop expertise in the provision of nursing leadership and a comprehensive understanding of management, including financial management. Graduates with a Master of Nursing (Leadership) will be prepared to shape the development and provision of healthcare services, specifically clinical leadership and successfully managing teams. Each course is delivered 100% online, giving students the flexibility to fit study around their busy personal and professional lives. VU Online takes a personalised 1:1 approach to online learning, which makes learning highly interactive and supported. With 25 years of experience delivering postgraduate courses in Australia, VU has equipped thousands of students from all walks of life with the knowledge and skills to successfully achieve their unique career goals including promotion, salary increase and leadership and innovation in nursing.
Master's 24 months 12 Units
Units
  • Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health
  • Care Coordination in Practice
  • Leading Improvement and Innovation
  • Evidence and Research for Practice
  • Complex Care Coordination
  • Nursing Informatics
  • Professional Development in Practice
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Nursing Management
  • Nursing Leadership and Management
  • Financial Management for Nurses
  • Research Project: Nursing Leadership
Master of Nursing Majoring in Leadership & Management
Master of Nursing Majoring in Leadership & Management
With a rapidly ageing population, changes in technology, changes in management demands, and the evolution of nursing knowledge and practice, there are growing opportunities for qualified senior nurses and nurse leaders in Australia. JCU Online’s Master of Nursing gives you the qualifications and skills you need to evolve your career as fast as healthcare itself is changing. It will allow you to take on more complex roles and deliver better patient care. The Leadership and Management major gives you the confidence and knowledge to embrace management or leadership positions in healthcare, with four specialist units of study. Transform your practice and improve your clinical skillset Develop key skills to help you succeed in clinical contexts Understand the latest in healthcare informatics Designed by passionate nursing professionals Fast-track your career with 100% online study Be supported by a dedicated Student Success Advisor
Master's 24 months 12 Units
Units
  • Informatics for Health Professionals
  • Effective Clinical Governance
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Synthesising Evidence for Healthcare
  • Quantitative Research in Healthcare
  • Qualitative Research in Healthcare
  • Implementing Practice Development in Healthcare Contexts
  • Professional Portfolios for Career Advancement
  • Leading and Managing in Health
  • Ethics and Health Management
  • Business and Finance for the Health Manager
  • Conflict and Dispute Resolution in Healthcare
Master of Nursing Majoring in Education
Master of Nursing Majoring in Education
With a rapidly ageing population, changes in technology, changes in management demands, and the evolution of nursing knowledge and practice, there are growing opportunities for qualified senior nurses and nurse leaders in Australia. JCU Online’s Master of Nursing gives you the qualifications and skills you need to evolve your career as fast as healthcare itself is changing. It will allow you to take on more complex roles and deliver better patient care. The Education major, with its four specialised units in healthcare education, gives you the ability to take on educational practice roles in clinical or non-clinical environments. Transform your practice and improve your clinical skillset Develop key skills to help you succeed in clinical contexts Understand the latest in healthcare informatics Designed by passionate nursing professionals Fast-track your career with 100% online study Be supported by a dedicated Student Success Advisor
Master's 24 months 12 Units
Units
  • Informatics for Health Professionals
  • Effective Clinical Governance
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Synthesising Evidence for Healthcare
  • Quantitative Research in Healthcare
  • Qualitative Research in Healthcare
  • Implementing Practice Development in Healthcare Contexts
  • Professional Portfolios for Career Advancement
  • Principles of Education for the Health Professional
  • Teaching in Practice Settings
  • Clinical Coaching
  • Contemporary Healthcare Education
Master of Mental Health Nursing
Master of Mental Health Nursing
SCU's Master of Mental Health Nursing is developed against the latest mental health industry standards set by the Australian College of Mental Health Nursing (ACMHN). You can use your qualification upon completion as part of the pathway to becoming a credentialed mental health nurse. At SCU, you will be learning from highly skilled, clinically active mental health academics, and you will gain advanced knowledge to help people with a lived experience of mental illness. SCU's degree equips you with the skills and knowledge to forge a successful career as a mental health nurse, ensuring you are prepared to respond to the challenges and opportunities of the healthcare industry. Course is accredited by the ACMHN Gain immediately implementable skills  Online study seamlessly fits into shift-work Dedicated one-on-one support
Master's 24 months 12 Units
Units
  • Contemporary Mental Health
  • Mental Health Across the Lifespan
  • Mental Health in Community, Non-Government and Primary Health Settings
  • Acute Mental Health
  • Leading Evidence-based Practice in Health
  • Physical Healthcare in Mental Health
  • Supporting Behaviour Change in Mental Health Contexts
  • Building a Professional Portfolio
  • Applied Leadership in Mental Health Clinical Practice
  • Developing Skills in Contemporary Psychotherapies
  • Critical Review in Health
  • Plus Electives
Master of Nursing Majoring in Advanced Practice
Master of Nursing Majoring in Advanced Practice
With a rapidly ageing population, changes in technology, changes in management demands, and the evolution of nursing knowledge and practice, there are growing opportunities for qualified senior nurses and nurse leaders in Australia. JCU Online’s Master of Nursing gives you the qualifications and skills you need to evolve your career as fast as healthcare itself is changing. It will allow you to take on more complex roles and deliver better patient care. The Advanced Practice major, with its four specialised units, gives you the skills you need to deliver advanced patient care. Transform your practice and improve your clinical skillset. Develop key skills to help you succeed in clinical contexts. Understand the latest in healthcare informatics. Designed by passionate nursing professionals. Fast-track your career with 100% online study. Be supported by a dedicated Student Success Advisor.
Master's 24 months 12 Units
Units
  • Informatics for Health Professionals
  • Effective Clinical Governance
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Synthesising Evidence for Healthcare
  • Quantitative Research in Healthcare
  • Qualitative Research in Healthcare
  • Implementing Practice Development in Healthcare Contexts
  • Professional Portfolios for Career Advancement
  • Advanced Health Assessment
  • Quality Use of Medicines in Practice
  • Applied Health Assessment and Advanced Practice
  • Diagnostic Reasoning for Advanced Practice
Master of Nursing (Chronic Disease and Ageing)
Master of Nursing (Chronic Disease and Ageing)
Award-winning study model VU's award-winning postgraduate Block Model recognises the complexity of students' lives while giving a consistent, manageable and connected online learning experience. Earn your Master of Nursing (Chronic Disease and Ageing) faster than on-campus with our unique study model. No exams or textbooks to purchase The online units have been designed with a student-centred approach that spans from the overarching learning outcomes to engaging activities and self-determined assessments. Support seven days and in the evenings Get the support you need, when you need it, during your course. VU's support network has a single focus on ensuring you are entirely supported to succeed. VU Online’s Master of Nursing, with a specialisation in Chronic Disease and Ageing, is designed for registered nurses to transform the delivery of healthcare services in Australia. Across eight core units of study – from Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health to Nursing Informatics – and four specialised units in Chronic Disease and Ageing, students will acquire skills that are in demand for senior nurse leaders. The Chronic Disease and Ageing specialisation provides registered nurses with a fundamental knowledge base to devise innovative care interventions and models of care for residents, patients, families and carers. Graduates with a Master of Nursing (Chronic Disease and Ageing) will acquire person-centred strategies to plan, assess, implement, evaluate, support and care for older individuals living with complex comorbidities or chronic health conditions. Each course is delivered 100% online, giving students the flexibility to fit study around their busy personal and professional lives. VU Online takes a personalised 1:1 approach to online learning, which makes learning highly interactive and supported. With 25 years of experience delivering postgraduate courses in Australia, VU has equipped thousands of students from all walks of life with the knowledge and skills to successfully achieve their unique career goals including promotion, salary increase and leadership and innovation in nursing.
Master's 24 months 12 Units
Units
  • Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health
  • Care Coordination in Practice
  • Leading Improvement and Innovation
  • Evidence and Research for Practice
  • Complex Care Coordination
  • Nursing Informatics
  • Professional Development in Practice
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Innovation in Aged Care Practice
  • Health and Wellbeing for the Older Person
  • Research Project: Chronic Disease and Ageing
  • Plus Electives
Master of Nursing (Chronic Disease and Ageing)
Master of Nursing (Chronic Disease and Ageing)
Award-winning study model VU's award-winning postgraduate Block Model recognises the complexity of students' lives while giving a consistent, manageable and connected online learning experience. Earn your Master of Nursing (Chronic Disease and Ageing) faster than on-campus with our unique study model. No exams or textbooks to purchase The online units have been designed with a student-centred approach that spans from the overarching learning outcomes to engaging activities and self-determined assessments. Support seven days and in the evenings Get the support you need, when you need it, during your course. VU's support network has a single focus on ensuring you are entirely supported to succeed. VU Online’s Master of Nursing, with a specialisation in Chronic Disease and Ageing, is designed for registered nurses to transform the delivery of healthcare services in Australia. Across eight core units of study – from Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health to Nursing Informatics – and four specialised units in Chronic Disease and Ageing, students will acquire skills that are in demand for senior nurse leaders. The Chronic Disease and Ageing specialisation provides registered nurses with a fundamental knowledge base to devise innovative care interventions and models of care for residents, patients, families and carers. Graduates with a Master of Nursing (Chronic Disease and Ageing) will acquire person-centred strategies to plan, assess, implement, evaluate, support and care for older individuals living with complex comorbidities or chronic health conditions. Each course is delivered 100% online, giving students the flexibility to fit study around their busy personal and professional lives. VU Online takes a personalised 1:1 approach to online learning, which makes learning highly interactive and supported. With 25 years of experience delivering postgraduate courses in Australia, VU has equipped thousands of students from all walks of life with the knowledge and skills to successfully achieve their unique career goals including promotion, salary increase and leadership and innovation in nursing.
Master's 24 months 12 Units
Units
  • Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health
  • Care Coordination in Practice
  • Leading Improvement and Innovation
  • Evidence and Research for Practice
  • Complex Care Coordination
  • Nursing Informatics
  • Professional Development in Practice
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Innovation in Aged Care Practice
  • Health and Wellbeing for the Older Person
  • Research Project: Chronic Disease and Ageing
  • Plus Electives
Master of Women's and Children's Health
Master of Women's and Children's Health
Lead the way in women’s and children’s health with the first degree of its kind Deliver impact where it matters most with three in-demand majors to choose from Study an industry-led curriculum that’s designed to meet the industry needs of the future Accelerated and supported online study at a university that’s passionate about your success The UTS Online Master of Women’s and Children’s Health is for midwives, nurses and allied health professionals looking to:  Take advantage of an in-demand career in women’s and children’s health Have a positive influence on the current state of women’s and children’s health through evidence-based policy and further research Transform the future of women’s and children’s health and progress their career Build the confidence to progress into a leadership role Follow their passion into a fulfilling career that delivers focused care to women and children, from adolescence to motherhood and in the workforce
Master's 24 months 13 Units
Units
  • Contemporary Women’s Health Issues
  • The Child in the Contemporary World
  • Global Perspectives in Sexual, Reproductive, and Maternal Health
  • Legal and Ethical Issues in Women’s Health
  • Leading Health and Social Care
  • Indigenous Public Health
  • Foundations in Public Health
  • Plus Electives

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