Enrolled Nurse

Metro North Hospital & Health Service; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro North Hospital & Health Service in Brisbane is seeking an Enrolled Nurse – Mental Health Inpatient West Wing to provide evidence-based nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurses.

You will contribute to assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to support recovery-focused, person-centred care within a dynamic mental health environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled Nurse registration with AHPRA.
• Ability to work under supervision in a mental health inpatient setting.
• Evidence-based nursing care and person-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to inpatients.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and multidisciplinary team.
• Assist in assessment, care planning and evaluation.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Skills

Nursing care

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education

Enrolled Nurse qualification

Job description

The Enrolled Nurse – Mental Health Inpatient West Wing provides evidence-based, consumer-focused nursing care within Metro North Mental Health at The Prince Charles Hospital. Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses and as part of an interprofessional healthcare team, the role supports the delivery of safe, high-quality mental health care that promotes recovery, wellbeing and positive consumer outcomes.

The successful candidate will contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for consumers receiving inpatient mental health services. The role supports a recovery-focused and person-centred approach to care while ensuring effective communication, collaboration and safe clinical practice within a dynamic mental health environment.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care within scope of practice as an Enrolled Nurse, supporting consumers receiving inpatient mental health treatment.
• Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses and multidisciplinary team members to deliver person-centred, recovery-focused care.
• Monitor and report changes in consumer health status while contributing to assessment, care planning and evaluation activities.
• Promote a safe therapeutic environment through effective communication, professional conduct and adherence to clinical policies and standards.
• Participate in learning, professional development and quality improvement activities that support clinical excellence and positive consumer outcomes.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED