Mental Health Clinical Nurse Educator | Flexible Leadership

Ramsay Health Care; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job description

Mental Health Clinical Nurse Educator – Flexible Leadership

Working within a collaborative and multidisciplinary team, you will support consumers through assessment, treatment, and ongoing case management, while enjoying the relaxed coastal lifestyle of Victoria’s southwest region.

• Conduct comprehensive mental health and risk assessments for adults in the community
• Develop, implement, and review individualised recovery and treatment plans
• Provide case management and evidence‑based interventions in line with best practice
• Deliver outreach support to consumers in their homes or community settings
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team of nurses, social workers, psychologists, and occupational therapists
• Engage with families, carers, and community agencies to support consumer recovery
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with clinical and legislative standards

• Tertiary qualification in Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work
• AHPRA registration or relevant professional association membership
• RPN3 level
• Strong understanding of trauma‑informed and recovery‑oriented care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Current driver’s licence and own car

• Diverse Working Environments
• Work‑Life Balance
• Competitive Compensation
• Professional Growth
• Adventure & Exploration
• Supportive Employer

Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse (Regional/Rural)

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk and needs evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review individualised care plans for patients.
• Administer and monitor psychiatric medications, observing and documenting effects and side effects.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions such as counseling, behavioural management, and psychoeducation.
• Monitor and evaluate patients’ mental state, behaviour, and progress throughout treatment.
• Manage psychiatric emergencies and employ de‑escalation or crisis intervention techniques.

• Minimum 2 years of Registered Nurse experience in a Mental Health nursing setting from listed countries.
• At least 3 years of total Registered Nursing experience overall.
• Experience in a nursing home is a must.
• Under 40 years old.
• Registered with AHPRA or eligible for registration.
• Experience in one or more Mental Health specialties: Inpatient / General Mental Health, Eating Disorders, Community Mental Health, Forensic Mental Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Addiction Services.
• Willingness to live and work in regional or rural Australia.

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year (for shift workers)
• 10 days paid sick leave per year
• Shift allowances and overtime pay in accordance with Australian nursing award conditions
• Superannuation contributions as per Australian employment regulations

Regional Registered Nurse / Clinical Nurse (Permanent)

• Provide consistent, supportive care to patients across ward, acute, community, and primary health settings.
• Maintain high standards of infection control and patient safety.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams.

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1).
• Minimum 2 years post‑graduate experience.
• Strong clinical capability and critical thinking skills.
• Confident working autonomously and within a team.
• Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Patient‑centred approach with a commitment to high‑quality care.
• Open to embracing a regional lifestyle and community engagement.
• Full working rights in Australia; NZ citizens encouraged to apply.

Locum Registered Nurse – General Medical/Surgical (Travel Nursing)

• Deliver safe, evidence‑based nursing care to patients in General Medical and Surgical settings.
• Conduct clinical assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, and manage acute and chronic patient needs.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold high standards of infection control and patient safety.

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions).
• Minimum 4 years of nursing experience within Australia/New Zealand in a general medical and/or surgical setting.
• Sunrise EMR training preferred.
• Full working rights in Australia; no sponsorship available.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid driver’s licence preferred.
• Willingness to take on travel nursing contracts in regional/remote locations for 4‑12 weeks.