Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health Liaison Salary: RN SRN Level 3 $137,294 pro rata (plus 12% superannuation) Location: Busselton Unit/Division: WACHS - South West > Emergency Department Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No: ******** Closing Date: ************:00 PM Attachments: Are you a dedicated and skilled Mental Health nurse looking to make a significant impact in your community?
Join our dynamic team at Busselton Health Campus as a Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health Liaison.
In this pivotal role, you will provide emergency psychiatric nursing assessment, care planning, and management services for patients experiencing acute mental health issues.
You will work closely with patients and their families, ensuring a safe and supportive discharge process, while contributing to the overall mental health care landscape.
This is a Recruitment Pool for suitably qualified Clinical Nurse Specialist covering: Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time and casual appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
The following should be noted: The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
Interviews may not be conducted as part of the process however applicants may be contacted to provide additional information.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
Ideal Candidate: Registered Nurse with eligibility for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Extensive experience in acute Mental Health nursing, with demonstrated skills in risk assessment and crisis management.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively support clients and collaborate with healthcare teams.
Proven ability to lead and promote teamwork within multidisciplinary environments.
Knowledgeable in quality improvement practices and their application to Mental Health services.
Proficient in using clinical applications and information systems to support quality care.
Valid C or C-A Class driver's licence.
Key Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk assessments and crisis intervention plans for individuals across the lifespan.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care, facilitating a patient's journey closer to home.
Liaise with community services, including Emergency Telehealth and Rural Link, to support safe clinical care and discharge plans.
Act as a resource for mental health nursing issues within the health service, providing expert clinical advice and guidance.
Develop and maintain clinical pathways, policies, and guidelines in partnership with mental health clinicians and managers.
Contribute to the education and development of nursing staff in mental health practices, enhancing overall service delivery.
About Us The WA Country Health Service's core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.
Our vision is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.
Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients.
About the REGION Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact Caroline Booker on *********.
Why working for us: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits: 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
As a WA Country Health Service employee, you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds (flyer attached) Generous salary packaging benefits: Up to $**** on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses Up to $**** on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements Other professional and location-based allowance Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online via the 'apply for job' button below.
Please provide the following documents and information as part of your application: A detailed cover letter and resume that clearly demonstrates your relevant work experience and achievements including the contact details of 2 referees (including a current line manager).
A written statement addressing the work-related requirements in the JDF (maximum 3-4 pages).
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Eligibility for sponsorship may be considered for some vacancies.
You are encouraged to discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application as there are several steps that are required to be completed prior to progressing any application for employment.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.
We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service.
WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.
WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process.
Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.
For further information please refer to the WWC website at: Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).
Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position.
An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy