Mental Health Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse – Mental Health

Sector: Mental Health & Drug & Alcohol
Location: Far West NSW
Job Type: Full-time (NSW Health)
Salary: As per Public Health System Nurses & Midwives (State) Award

About the Organisation

NSW Health and delivers essential health services across some of the most unique and diverse communities in regional NSW they are committed to providing culturally safe, patient-centred and recovery-oriented care, with a strong focus on quality, safety and community wellbeing.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse – Mental Health to provide specialist mental health and drug and alcohol assessment, care planning and case management services. You will play a key role in supporting individuals, families and communities experiencing mental health challenges, working within an integrated and recovery-focused care model.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering specialist mental health and drug & alcohol assessments, care planning and case management
• Providing clinical interventions, consultation and liaison with internal and external services
• Promoting recovery-oriented, patient-centred care aligned with evidence-based practice
• Delivering education, training, promotion and prevention activities for communities, carers and partner services
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation, care plans and progress notes in line with policy and standards
• Participating in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives and National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards
• Engaging in professional development, clinical supervision, mentoring and service development activities
• Participating in outreach services and leave relief as required

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team and key stakeholders to ensure seamless, high-quality care delivery across the region.

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum two (2) years’ clinical experience in mental health and/or drug & alcohol services
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with intermediate computer literacy (MS Office)
• Demonstrated ability to apply evidence-based practice and critical thinking in person-centred care
• Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• A strong commitment to recovery-oriented practice and patient-centred care
• Demonstrated commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to improve health outcomes
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining clinical competence
• Current NSW driver’s licence

What’s On Offer

In return, you’ll receive:

• Employment with NSW Health under a respected public health award
• Opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and career progression
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture
• The chance to make a real difference in regional and remote communities
• A role aligned with strong values of safety, diversity, inclusion and quality care

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jody Inman – Healthcare Manager at Zenith Search on 0483 964 075 or email your updated resume to jody.inman@zenithsearch.com.

Alternatively, click Apply Now, and we’ll be in touch to discuss your suitability for the role.
Please note: Only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be contacted.

About Zenith Search

Established in 2011, Zenith Search has grown into a leading provider of specialised recruitment services. Our clients trust our professional and ethical approach, and candidates benefit from our proven recruitment processes. With long-standing relationships across Australia, we focus on achieving the right fit for both clients and candidates – because we succeed when you succeed.

To learn more, visit www.zenithsearch.com.