Registered Nurse - Mental Health
Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, well-being, and career progression!
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Part Time and Casual Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Salary Packaging + Allowances
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ559845
About us:
Morisset Hospital’s Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services provides extended care mental health rehabilitation, helping consumers build resilience and develop essential life skills. We are currently in an exciting phase, collaborating on the design of a new state-of-the-art facility in Maitland, where our services will relocate in 2027.
As part of our team, you'll deliver safe, compassionate, and person-centred care in collaboration with patients, families, and a dedicated multidisciplinary team. You’ll be well-supported with guidance from our CNE, CNS, and CNC, while working directly under the NUM of your allocated unit.
We’re looking for compassionate, resilient, and emotionally strong professionals who can empathise with consumers and apply strong mental health nursing principles in a recovery-focused setting.
Join us and be part of a positive, forward-thinking team as we shape the future of psychiatric rehabilitation!
What we can offer you:
At Morisset, we are dedicated to supporting your professional growth and ensuring a positive work experience. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
- Ongoing Professional Development – Stay at the forefront of psychiatric rehabilitation with our weekly in-services and monthly clinical skills days, designed to help you refine your skills and advance your career.
- Strong Support Network – Work in a collaborative and nurturing environment, where your development is prioritised, and you’re supported every step of the way.
- Convenience & Comfort – Enjoy free, easily accessible parking right outside your unit, so you can focus on delivering exceptional care without the hassle.
More benefits:
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- 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 family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Requirements:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Additional Information:
- If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- 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.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Aaron Tammekand on Aaron.Tammekand@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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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.