Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health - Coffs Harbour

Medical Jobs Australia; Barossa; Presencial; AUD 82 000 - 115 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Structured induction

Transition to Practice modules

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Resumo da oferta

Mid North Coast Local Health District is seeking a passionate Registered Nurse to join the Community Mental Health team. You will deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based care to adults with acute and chronic mental health conditions in the community.

This role emphasizes recovery‑oriented, person‑centred care within a multidisciplinary team, offering structured induction, Transition to Practice modules, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to contribute to the evolving Model of Care.

Qualificações

• Registered Nurse with current Australian registration.
• Experience in mental health care is preferred.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and deliver care as a key worker across care pathways.
• Undertake mental health triage and comprehensive assessments.
• Monitor medications and develop safety plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions in the community.

Conhecimentos

Nursing care

Mental health assessment

Care coordination

Triage

Formação académica

Bachelor of Nursing

Registered Nurse in Australia

Descrição da oferta de emprego

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ695600 Applications Close: Thursday 15th October 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). Are you a passionate Registered Nurse ready to make a meaningful impact in community mental health? We are seeking motivated, recovery-oriented Registered Nurses to join our Community Mental Health teams across the Mid North Coast. This is an exciting time to join our Adult Mental Health Service as we transition to a contemporary Model of Care built around clearly defined care pathways and person-centred practice.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse in Community Mental Health, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to adults experiencing acute and chronic mental health conditions, including those with complex psychosocial needs. In a key worker capacity, you will coordinate care across the four core pathways of care:

• Brief Interventions
• Specialist Assessment
• Care Coordination
• Rehabilitation and Recovery

You will ensure consumers receive timely, responsive, and recovery-oriented support tailored to their needs at each stage of their care journey.

Working in partnership with consumers, carers, and families, you will provide culturally safe, trauma-informed, and least restrictive care within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver care as a key worker across the four care pathways and care observation levels.
• Undertake mental health triage and comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Monitor efficacy of medications and screen for side effects.
• Develop collaborative care plans and safety plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions within the community setting.
• Conduct metabolic monitoring, including physical health assessments in line with best practice guidelines.
• Administer long-acting depot injections through the Depot Clinic.
• Provide relief support within Clozapine (Clopine) Clinics as required.
• Facilitate seamless transitions between inpatient and community services.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement and safe clinical practice.

About You

• Is committed to recovery-oriented, person-centred care.
• Demonstrates strong assessment, positive risk management, and care coordination skills.
• Understands the importance of physical health monitoring in mental health care.
• Works effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Practices in line with national mental health and nursing standards.
• Is adaptable, resilient, and motivated to contribute to service innovation.

What We Offer

• Structured supernumerary induction.
• Access to Transition to Practice Mental Health Nursing modules.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• The opportunity to be part of an evolving Model of Care.

Join a service that values clinical excellence, innovation, and positive outcomes for consumers and their families.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit. Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ. Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification-s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au-careers-conditions-pages-default.aspx.

Are you interested in moving to the Mid North Coast? A free service supporting businesses, essential workers and their families who are considering moving or have made the move to regional NSW. A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager 'Get to know our Health District'.

Mid North Coast LHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards.