Registered Nurse - Mental Health Acute Care
Leave shift work behind and step into a dynamic Monday-to-Friday role where you’ll make a real impact in acute mental health—right in the heart of the community.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 Per Annum + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ565929
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service (location can be negotiable across NENW MHS Sites)
Closing: Monday, 5th May 2025
Are you a motivated Registered Nurse ready for your next challenge in mental health? Looking to step away from shift work and into a role that offers a high degree of autonomy, professional support, and the chance to make a real impact? This is your opportunity to join the New England North West Acute Care Team, a forward-thinking, hybrid-model team redefining how mental health care is delivered in our region.
Why Join Us?
As part of the Intake stream within our Acute Care Team, you’ll work business hours only (Monday to Friday), perfect for those ready to leave behind rotating rosters while maintaining a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.
This is not your typical Registered Nurse role......
In Intake, every day brings something new. You'll be the first point of contact for people in crisis, ensuring timely access to care by managing referrals into, within, and out of the service. You’ll be part of a team that spans across the NENW, operating with both face-to-face and telehealth capabilities, bringing acute mental health services to communities when and where they need them most.
What You'll Get?
- A permanent, full-time Monday–Friday role
- The chance to step into community mental health while still working in the acute care space
- Supportive leadership from your Line Manager and Professional Leads
- Access to regular clinical supervision, in-services, and professional development opportunities
- A role that makes a difference—every single day
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life 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 family members
Location Flexibility
While the position is based at Tamworth Community Health Service, we understand the importance of flexibility. Thanks to our hybrid model of care, site location can be negotiated for the right candidate across our NENW Mental Health Services (MHS) sites.
The Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Motivated and adaptable, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Organised, with the ability to work autonomously while collaborating across services
- Keen to get off your feet physically, but still thrive in a high-paced, mentally engaging environment
- Passionate about community-based care and improving outcomes for individuals experiencing acute mental health needs
If you're ready to bring your skills, compassion, and curiosity to a role that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Join the team that’s reshaping acute mental health care across the New England North West.
Apply now and help us deliver smarter, more connected mental health care, right where it’s needed most.
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
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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.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
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/job share arrangements may also be considered.
