Job Description
The Department of Health - Tasmania is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Mental Health Hospital in the Home (MHHITH) team.
MHHITH is a virtual ward providing acute care for patients at their residence as a substitute for in-hospital acute care. The service operates 7 days a week, with a multidisciplinary team providing equivalent care to admitted hospital patients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide mental health assessments and thorough observations
* Care planning and clinical risk management
Requirements:
* Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
* Knowledge and experience in acute adult mental health nursing
* Sound knowledge of psychotropic drugs, actions, and side effects
Benefits:
* Fully rotational shift work arrangements
* A competitive salary range of $78,179 to $105,995 per annum
* Access to professional development opportunities
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support
Eligibility:
* Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
* Current Driver's Licence