CCLHD - Registered Nurse, Mental Health
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $1382.80 - $1941.40 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Wyong
Requisition ID: REQ606607
Applications Close: Tuesday 23 September at 11:59pm
At Central Coast Local Health District, our vision is clear: Trusted care. Better health for everyone.
Join our welcoming and passionate team in the Miri-Miri Psychogeriatric Inpatient Unit at Wyong as a Registered Nurse. In this rewarding role, your skills will be valued, your development supported, and your work will have a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients every day.
About the Role
In this role, you will:
Deliver compassionate, person-centred care to older people living with complex mental health needs, dementia, or behavioural changes, ensuring dignity, safety, and quality of life are always prioritised.
Work in genuine partnership with patients, families, carers, and a skilled multidisciplinary team, creating tailored care plans that address mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
Foster a positive and inclusive ward culture built on empathy, respect, and teamwork, where patients, families, and colleagues feel valued and supported.
Collaborate for holistic care, engaging closely with doctors, allied health professionals, and support staff to ensure seamless, coordinated support for every patient
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
Ability to delegate and supervise Enrolled Nurses (ENs) and Assistants in Nursing (AINs) within their scope of practice.
Competent clinical skills aligned with the Registered Nurse Standards of Practice.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact John Jose on:
Phone: 0416 199 817
Email: John.Jose@health.nsw.gov.au
Click here to find out more about applying for this position.
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to our local Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). This includes:
Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
*Only applications from Registered Nurses holding valid work rights for Australia, currently reside in Australia and have current AHPRA registration will be considered for these positions.
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