Nurse Practitioner, Mental Health – Acute Care

Queensland Government; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 141,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Generous superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Career training and development

Salary packaging

Job summary

Queensland Government on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Candidate (NPC) to join the Acute Care Team within Mental Health and Specialised Services. The NPC will advance clinical practice under supervision to become an autonomous NP, delivering diagnostics, prescribing, treatment and referrals.

The role aligns with NSQHS Standards and the Safe Care Framework, offering a structured mentor-mentee pathway, a competitive salary (NG7) and a 24-month fixed-term contract with generous

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse pursuing NP endorsement under NMBA.
• Enrolled in accredited Nurse Practitioner Master level program.
• Able to work under clinical supervision toward autonomous NP role.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical practice under supervision.
• Collaborate with mentor to develop policies and procedures.
• Adhere to NSQHS Standards and Safe Care Framework.
• Deliver person-centred, comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Diagnostics

Prescribing

Treatment

Referral

Collaboration

Education

Nurse Practitioner Master’s program

Job description

Queensland Government on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Candidate (NPC) to join the Acute Care Team within Mental Health and Specialised Services. The NPC will advance clinical practice under supervision to become an autonomous NP, delivering diagnostics, prescribing, treatment and referrals.

The role aligns with NSQHS Standards and the Safe Care Framework, offering a structured mentor-mentee pathway, a competitive salary (NG7) and a 24-month fixed-term contract with generous