Registered Nurse

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD); Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New South Wales is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality mental health care. The position offers competitive remuneration and requires mental health experience, strong communication skills, and collaboration abilities. Ideal candidates will have a current AHPRA registration and a commitment to recovery-oriented practices. This role is located at the Lithgow Community Health Centre and includes various employee benefits.

Benefits

Accrued Day Off (ADO)

Salary Packaging

Novated Leasing

Education Training Service

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Division 1, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated mental health experience.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2007 of NSW.
• Current Driver's Licence for work-related travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality recovery-oriented care to patients.
• Work collaboratively with consumers, families, and carers.
• Create responsive care plans based on evidence-based practices.

Skills

Mental health experience

Nursing Assessment and Interventions

Communication skills

Collaboration with consumers

Education

Registered Nurse Division 1

Tools

Health Care systems

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Lithgow Community Health Centre

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 per annum + rural incentives

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ598829

Application Close: 09/10/2025

Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme Available - In accordance with the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (PD2024_012), this position has been recognised as hard to fill/ critical to fill and may have an incentive attached to this position. Please visit NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme for additional information. #ruralhealthincentives

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.

NBMLHD Community Mental Health offers a range of specialised services for children, young people, families and older people, through our community-based services and health centres. Our multidisciplinary health professionals and case managers take a collaborative approach to mental health care by linking with their patients to work together and consult within an environment appropriate to the person's needs.

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled mental health nurse to deliver high-quality, recovery-oriented care to individuals experiencing mental illness or mental disorder. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive clinical services that are collaborative, least intrusive, and grounded in evidence based practice. You will work closely with consumers, their nominated carers, and families to create inclusive and responsive care plans that promote rehabilitation, self-advocacy, and empowerment.

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Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees

• Accrued Day Off (ADO)
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.

For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Registered Nurse Division 1, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated mental health experience, including skills in Nursing Assessment and Interventions in community mental health.
• Relevant knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2007 of NSW to enable implementing its objects.
• Demonstrated communication skills, including verbal and written, with good interpersonal skills.
• Commitment and understanding of principles of Recovery Orientated Mental Health Practice in mental health service provision.
• Evidence and ability to meaningfully collaborate with consumers and their carers regarding mental health issues.
• Current Driver's Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel.
• Demonstrated experience and clinical skill in Community and or In-Patient Mental Health nursing as a Registered Nurse (including completion of a new graduate RN program or equivalent experience working as a Registered Nurse).

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