Enrolled Nurse - Mental Health Service - Inpatient Units
Find purpose and passion in your career with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
$65,024.93 – $70,655 per annum + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Permanent and Temporary Full Time and Part Time | Enrolled Nurse | REQ553323 | Applications close: 23 February 2025
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
The Enrolled Nurse is responsible for the provision of compassionate and professional nursing care to all patients in accordance with the philosophies of the Mental Health Service. The Enrolled Nurse is the consumer's advocate and delivers high quality nursing care to consumers of the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District consistent with the LHDs policies, procedures and standards.
Positions are based within the Inpatient Mental Health Units at Wollongong Hospital including PECC.
Enrolled Nurses with a genuine interest in Mental Health but do not have experience are still encouraged to apply.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Current AHPRA Registration as an Enrolled Nurse
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- NSW Drivers Licence
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Need more information or help applying?
· Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
· Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
· Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
· For role-related queries or help applying, contact Andrew O'Hanlon at Andrew.OHanlon@health.nsw.gov.au
