Registered Nurse - Mental Health Services

• Support recovery and holistic well-being

• Work within a dedicated multidisciplinary team

• Grow skills through training and development

Employment Type: 1 x Permanent Full Time   
Position Classification: Registered Nurse   
Remuneration: $74,317.93 - $104,336.26 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta 

Where you'll be working
Cumberland Hospital, part of Western Sydney LHD, is NSW’s largest and Australia’s oldest mental health facility. Join a team leading the way in innovative, respectful and collaborative mental health care.

• Based at the historic Cumberland Hospital in Western Sydney

• Serving local and broader communities with primary to tertiary care

• Committed to professional growth through CORE Values

• Part of a major new Integrated Mental Health Complex at Westmead

• Driven by innovation, respect, empowerment, and quality care 

What you'll be doing 
The Mental Health Registered Nurse supports clients by delivering high quality, evidence-based care that promotes recovery, safety and well-being in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

• Provide therapeutic, person-centred mental health care

• Conduct assessment, planning, and evaluation of treatment

• Build supportive relationships with clients and families

• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation

• Engage in professional development and continuous improvement

How to Apply 
Apply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Registration: Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) 

Selection Criteria:

1. Registered Nurse who has completed a new graduate RN program or experience working as a Registered Nurse

2. Demonstrated experience working with people presenting with an acute mental health problem

3. Demonstrated advanced reasoning skills with proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team within minimal direct clinical supervision

4. Proven effective high level written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to exercise independent professional judgement when solving problems

5. Working knowledge of the NSW Mental Health Act 2007

6. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with consumers and carers regarding mental health care

7. An understanding of the recovery philosophy and trauma informed care in Mental Health and the ability to implement these within clinical practice

8. Current NSW drivers licence

Requisition ID: REQ624869 
Applications Close: 11th December 2025

Need more information ?

Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.  The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.

• Find out more about applying for this position.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.   

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications. 

• For inquiries about the role, contact Jennifer Drummond on Jennifer.Drummond@health.nsw.gov.au