Mental Health Nurse

Mental Health Registered Nurse – Private Hospital Full-Time | 24/7 Rotating Roster | Voluntary Inpatient Unit

Are you a passionate Mental Health Registered Nurse looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of people experiencing mental health challenges?
We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Registered Nurse to join a private hospital team within a voluntary inpatient ward. This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate, patient-focused nurse who is committed to delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care.
You will play an important role in supporting patients throughout their treatment and recovery journey, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, individualised and evidence-based care.

About the Role

• Deliver high-quality mental health nursing care within a voluntary inpatient setting.
• Support patients in their recovery through a person-centred, trauma-informed approach.
• Build therapeutic relationships with patients, promoting dignity, respect and empowerment.
• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to develop and implement individualised care plans.
• Monitor patient wellbeing, assess clinical needs and respond appropriately to changes in presentation.
• Contribute to a supportive environment focused on positive patient outcomes and continuous improvement.

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1).
• At least 4 years’ experience within the mental health sector.
• A strong commitment to recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Flexibility to work a full-time, 24/7 rotating shift roster.

Highly regarded experience:

• Previous experience within private mental health care.
• Experience in drug and alcohol services.
• Experience working within Esketamine treatment services.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a private hospital environment focused on patient-centred mental health care.
• Make a meaningful difference to patients during a crucial stage of their recovery.
• Work alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Develop your clinical skills and broaden your experience across mental health services.

Interested? If you’re an experienced Mental Health Registered Nurse who is passionate about recovery-focused care and looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion to find out more about this opportunity.
phoebe.cantlon@healthcareaustralia.com.au