Registered Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health - ESMHS

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District; Randwick; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Novated Leasing

Days off for full-time employees

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Inpatient Mental Health - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service in Randwick. The role involves providing high-quality nursing care in inpatient wards, with a strong focus on recovery, safety and collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team.

There are opportunities for professional development, salary packaging options, and support for continuing education.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Nursing and current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to identify key messages, issues and concerns when communicating with others.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery and guide others in providing service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality patient care in Mental Health within inpatient settings.
• Assess and manage risk within the mental health environment.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide consumer-focused care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient engagement

Ethical practice

Health information systems

Recovery principles

Education

Nursing degree

Registered Nurse registration

Tools

Health information systems

Job description

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum, plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ702687 Location: Randwick, Sydney Applications close date: 15 November 2026 The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area. We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery. Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Come Work With Us! Do you have experience and a passion for Mental Health nursing and enjoy helping consumers achieve wellness? The Inpatients Nursing Team at Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Services are committed to providing safe and effective care to consumers by assisting them on the journey to recovery.

Where you'll be working You will be based at the Inpatient Wards and Units at Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service, located on the Prince of Wales Hospital Campus, Randwick

Additional Benefits

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options - Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing. Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Career development - Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicable and to obtain personal regrade to Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 1 status where relevant.

Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Nursing and current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to identify key messages, issues and concerns when communicating with others.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery and to guide others in providing service excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and apply professional and ethical boundaries when dealing with complex situations.
• Basic computer skills and proven ability to use health information systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of recovery principles and commitment to the philosophy and practice of consumer, family and carer participation and consumer focused care.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to deliver high quality patient care in Mental Health at a post graduate level
• Proven experience in the provision of care and assessment and management of risk within the mental health environment

For more information we encourage you to contact Jean Hickey on [e-mail] Interviews are expected to be held between 23 November 2026 and 27 November 2026 Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.

We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Our values and commitment to diversity Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace. We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [e-mail] and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information

Information for applicants: An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained withing the position description Recommended applicants will be reviewed or compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer. We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support ([e-mail]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.