Registered Nurse - Mental Health Intensive Care Unit - Temp FT
Requisition ID: REQ693577
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week up until 31/10/2026.
Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
Remuneration: $1566.00 to $2199.00 per week+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown Hospital
Applications close: 05/10/26
Contact: Long Nguyen - Nurse Unit Manager on Long.Nguyen@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Why join our MHICU team?
- Deliver meaningful, recovery-orientated mental health care
- Work within a skilled, supportive, and collaborative multi-disciplinary team
- Make a difference every day and be part of a team that is passionate about supporting recovery and delivering excellence in mental health care
- Contribute to improving the lives of consumers and their families
Are You the Right Fit?
We are seeking clinicians who are passionate about mental health nursing and thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment
- Be committed to working across a 24-hour, 7-day rotating roster
- Apply trauma-informed, recovery-focused, and least restrictive therapeutic practices in all aspects of care delivery
- Demonstrate sound clinical judgement and the ability to make informed decisions in complex situations
- Communicate effectively and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
- Remain calm, adaptable, and professional while supporting consumers with acute mental health needs
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse, General with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Please detail your recent experience as a Registered Nurse in a Hospital setting or other appropriate experience relevant to the position being advertised
- Please describe a time when you worked closely with a multidisciplinary team to achieve a positive patient outcome
Please provide an example of when you have provided safe, compassionate and quality care that is culturally responsive in line with NSW Health CORE Values
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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