Registered Nurse - Adult Community Mental Health Team

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in Tamworth and make a difference in mental health care!

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $36.38 - $51.08 Per Hour + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Tamworth

Requisition ID: REQ532987

Applications Close: Monday 2nd December 2024

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Ongoing education and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

About the role:

As a Registered Nurse within the service, you will be responsible for the care coordination of clients with a range of mental health conditions, ensuring that they receive high-quality, person-centred care. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will strive to achieve identified goals and outcomes for each client. The role involves working Monday to Friday, from 0830 to 1700.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in working with individuals who have diverse mental health diagnoses and will be able to work efficiently and effectively within a team. You will possess the skills to assess risk and conduct mental state examinations. Exceptional communication skills and a passion for building therapeutic relationships will be essential to your success in this position. You will be supported by the Team Manager and Clinical Coordinator, with clinical supervision available and encouraged. Additionally, you will become part of the wider HNELHS MHS network, gaining access to ongoing support and educational opportunities from key district support positions.


Where you’ll be working:

Tamworth is a modern, progressive city set in a picturesque backdrop of tree covered mountains. Renowned for its diversity and experiences, Tamworth proves that a rural lifestyle can be complimented by a thriving city experience. Make life-long friends and embrace the incredible lifestyle that Tamworth has to offer!

The position is based at North West Mental Health Services on the Tamworth Hospital site, with potential travel requirements within a 2.5-hour radius. North West Mental Health Services delivers acute mental health care throughout the Peel catchment, with a multidisciplinary team that includes Psychiatrists, Resident Medical Officers, Nurses, and Allied Health Professionals. You will join a progressive and innovative service responsible for mental health assessments and treatment within the communities of the Peel catchment. 

The service upholds a strong clinical governance framework to ensure high-quality mental health care is provided to every patient, every time. The team is committed to driving change and innovation in ambulatory mental health services, supported by a leadership team that includes various multidisciplinary roles offering robust support in your role.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, part time and/or job share arrangements will be considered.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

Requirements:

Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Eligible to drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work
• Demonstrated previous experience in Mental Health Nursing or possess an interest and eagerness to learn and broaden their skills in this area.

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Gina Blyton on Gina.Blyton@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp. 
 
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.  
  

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. 

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.  
 
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