Deliver specialist mental health interventions that keep adults out of hospital, coordinating care for real recovery in the Greater Newcastle Acute Care Team.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Temporary Part Time (Until February 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $58.83 - $60.76 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ641307
Location: James Fletcher Hospital
Applications Close: Sunday, 22nd March 2026
Tentative Interview Date: Tuesday, 24th March 2026
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
About The Team
The Greater Newcastle Acute Care Team, based at James Fletcher Hospital, provides brief, specialist mental health intervention for adults at risk of hospitalisation. Working in a fast-paced, recovery-focused service, the team supports consumers to remain safely in the community wherever possible, collaborating closely with inpatient, community and crisis services to ensure timely, person-centred care.
About The Role
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 - Mental Health, you will use your advanced clinical skills and judgement to assess, plan, implement and evaluate high-quality mental health nursing care for consumers experiencing acute distress. You will provide clinical leadership within the team, coordinating care to optimise consumer outcomes, proactively engaging in leader rounding with consumers and staff, and contributing to service improvement within the acute care setting. In this role, you will also support the development of specialty mental health practice across the service and help embed evidence-based, recovery-oriented models of care.
You Will
Deliver specialist, high-quality nursing care tailored to individual clinical needs.Provide clinical leadership and coordination to support safe, effective acute care.Contribute to the development of mental health clinical practice and service delivery.Support, guide and mentor less experienced staff and team members.
About You
You are an experienced mental health nurse who can balance clinical leadership with compassionate, person-centred care in complex and challenging situations. You are confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team, maintain clear professional and ethical boundaries, and can proactively engage with consumers to understand and respond to their needs.
You Bring
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.Relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience in Mental Health.A post-graduate qualification in Mental Health, or equivalent qualifications/experience deemed to drive in NSW with a current unrestricted driver’s licence, and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes, including driving long distances when required.Demonstrated ability to apply and share your professional expertise to enhance clinical care and consumer outcomes.Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement improvements in clinical service delivery.Demonstrated ability to work within professional boundaries as part of a multidisciplinary team.
You will be expected to take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others, follow workplace health and safety instructions and policies, and promptly report hazards, risks or incidents to your manager.
The Perks
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
✅Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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Information For Applicants
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
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