Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time
Location: Katoomba Community Health Centre
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $ $51.08 per hour
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ605098
Application Close: 24/09/2025
With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed
and develop in your chosen career role.
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.
NBMLHD Community Mental Health offers a range of specialised services for children, young people, families and older people, through our community-based services and health centres. Our multidisciplinary health professionals and case managers take a collaborative approach to mental health care by linking with their patients to work together and consult within an environment appropriate to the person's needs.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Access Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team in a critical role that supports clients requiring acute mental health care. This position is responsible for delivering triage, comprehensive assessments, and assertive outreach services to individuals and their families, ensuring access to the least restrictive and most effective treatment options. The role involves providing acute care interventions, supporting clients recently discharged from inpatient services, and responding to those presenting with urgent care needs.
The successful candidate will work closely with clients, their families, and carers to develop collaborative treatment plans that reflect best practice and evidence-based care. This role requires strong teamwork and coordination with inpatient units, community-based services, and other members of the Access team to ensure continuity and quality of care.
This is a challenging but deeply rewarding opportunity for a nurse committed to making a meaningful impact in acute mental health services. Apply Now
Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees
* Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
* Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
* Novated Leasing
Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.
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What you will bring to the role
* Relevant tertiary qualifications as a Registered Nurse (including completion of a new graduate RN program or equivalent 12 months experience working as a registered nurse) and currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
* Demonstrated experience in the assessment and management of people presenting with acute mental health disorders
* Demonstrated excellent negotiation skills and verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrated knowledge of the NSW Mental Health Act and related legislation
* Understanding of recovery oriented care with demonstrated ability to meaningfully collaborate with consumers and their family and carers regarding mental health service provision
* Computer competency including demonstrated knowledge and skills in the use of information technology systems used in Health settings
* Current Driver's License and willingness to use for work purpose travel
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
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