About the Role:
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The Mental Health Registered Nurse will play a vital part in our skilled multidisciplinary healthcare team, delivering top-quality evidence-based mental health services to patients. Responsibilities will include risk assessments, crisis intervention, case formulation, medication management, and additional support services as needed.
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Our team receives robust support for crisis management, risk assessment, and risk management planning from both our multidisciplinary team and the Senior Mental Health team for your region.
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This is an exceptional opportunity to make a positive impact and be part of a dynamic community built on trust, compassion, innovation, and pride.
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About Us
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We provide integrated healthcare services to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across Australia. Our team works together with ADF to ensure that defence personnel have access to quality on-site medical care.
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What You'll Need
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* A current unconditional and unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse in Australia with AHPRA.
* Credentialing with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN), or a minimum qualification of Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing, or relevant international equivalent.
* Minimum of 2 years' full-time (or part-time equivalent) Post Graduate experience in mental health, encompassing comprehensive assessments and delivery of evidence based 'Focussed Psychological Strategies' as per the Medicare Schedule.
* A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID009) certification.
* Familiarity with relevant State/Territory policies, national standards, and the ADF Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy (preferred).
* Recent engagement in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities, with a minimum of 10 hours directly related to mental health, aligned with AHPRA guidelines.
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Rewards & Benefits
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* Kickstart your career path with up to $5,000 in relocation support.
* Be part of our dynamic community, built on trust, compassion, innovation, and pride – where every voice counts.
* Indulge in benefits like paid annual and personal leave, professional development opportunities, exclusive lifestyle discounts, and constant mental health support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Earn rewards by referring Healthcare Professionals who would thrive in our Australian Defence Force Health Services Team.
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Location
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The Robertson Health Centre operates a 22-bed 24/7 ward and provides primary medical, pharmaceutical, dental, physiotherapy, and mental health services. Standard operating hours are 0730-1530, Monday-Friday.
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Apply Now
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If you're driven to make a positive impact, submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Ensure your resume includes start and end dates for each position, along with employment type and weekly hours worked.