Registered Nurse Mental Health (Regional Victoria)

Job title : Registered Nurse Mental Health (Regional Victoria)
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1572480
Key details of the position:
  • Unit capacity: 35 bed adult inpatient unit
  • Patient age range: 16-64 years
  • Setting: Public hospital in Regional Victoria
  • Focus: Acute mental health care
As a mental health nurse in this unit, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, intensive therapeutic interventions to adults facing acute mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide high-quality nursing care and support to patients in both the Low Dependency and Intensive Care Area
  • Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
  • Assist patients in identifying triggers, developing coping strategies, and managing their illness to support their recovery
  • Monitor and assess patients' mental health status, reporting any changes to the care team

Key Requirements:
  • Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration 
  • Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing or equivalent experience
  • Strong understanding of mental health conditions and treatment approaches
What's on Offer:
  • Salary is based on the shiny new VIC Public Hospital Nursing Agreement, plus some extra bling with shift loading.
  • Relocation support is available to help you pack up and move to your new adventure.
  • Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate
  • Enjoy salary packaging and superannuation that’ll make your wallet smile!

To apply or to have confidential discussion, please contact Pooja Subedi.
Phone: 0407 349 851
Email: PSubedi@sharpandcarter.com.au