Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health - 10-20k Incentives Offered

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Registered Nurse
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REQ591946 Requisition #

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification:
Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $
72,152.53 - $101,299.48 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme)
Location: Wellington, NSW –
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Hours Per Week:
38
Applications Close:
7 August 2025 – 11:59pm

Registered Nurse – Community Mental Health - 10-20k Incentives Offered

Mental Health Drug & Alcohol – Wellington

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About the role

The Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Registered Nurse is an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team responsible for providing nursing care to consumers who are experiencing a mental health illness/disorder or alcohol/drug illness.  This role practices a trauma informed and recovery orientated care approach in collaboration with MDT, the consumers, their carers and family.  The Registered Nurse and MDT engage consumers, carers and family at all levels ensuring an Elevated Human Experience.

The most enjoyable aspects of this role is being able to work within the community, meeting new patients and seeing positive outcomes for them from interventions that are put in place.  The successful applicant would need to have an interest in providing mental health care in the community, good communication skills to be able to network with other services within Wellington. Experience in essential.

This position is Monday to Friday with hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm.

This position is based in Wellington where there are two positions, however they are also supported by the larger Mental Health team in Dubbo. There is ongoing support in this role and opportunities for further growth and ongoing professional development opportunities.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description


A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

 

To apply for this role:

·        Click ‘Apply’

·        Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

·        Upload your current resume

·        Answer the selection criteria


Role-related enquiries:
Please contact Lucy Rolek on (02) 6881 4000 or at Lucy.Rolek@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

·        All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

·        This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

·        Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey. 

·        Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian

·        Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

·        To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards

·        For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD 

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