CCLHD - Registered Nurse Emergency Department Mental Health Team - Wyong Hospital

Job Description

CCLHD - Registered Nurse Emergency Department Mental Health Team - Wyong Hospital Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Registered NurseRemuneration: $1,382.80 - $1,941.40 per weekHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ534846 An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions. Join the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) as a Registered Nurse in our Emergency Department Mental Health Team at Wyong Hospital! If you're dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the Central Coast community, this is the perfect opportunity to apply your skills within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team. About You You have current authority to practice from AHPRA as a Registered Nurse with extensive full-time equivalent post-registration mental health experience and approved post-registration qualifications relevant to mental health nursing or are working towards the same. You possess extensive clinical experience in undertaking acute mental health assessments, including mental health triage, mental state examination, accurate risk identification, and crisis interventions. You have demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving abilities, conflict resolution strategies, negotiation skills, and a commitment to customer service, with the ability to communicate with a range of internal and external key stakeholders. Where you'll be working The ED MHT RN will provide clinical consultation and undertake Mental Health Assessments for clients presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) requiring mental health assistance. The ED MHT RN will work as part of a broader clinical team with the ED MHT Clinical Nurse Consultants (CNC), ED MHT Clinical Nurse Specialist (Grade 2), and Psychiatric Registrars. The role will require collaboration with Emergency Department clinicians, PACER service, the Acute Care Team, Mental Health Inpatient Units, and other community mental health teams. The ED MHT RN will enhance their skills through ongoing education and is responsible for providing consumer-centred high-quality nursing care, specialising in the assessment, planning, and implementation of strategies to manage patients with acute mental health needs. The position will require you to work a 24-hour/7-day rotating roster. As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high-quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey. What We Offer Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast. Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full-Time positions. Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax. Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing. Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership. Social Club. Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Child Safe Standard Commitment Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic, as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and across all systems, policies, and processes. Our Commitment To Diversity and Inclusion At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Application Information If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative. The ‘Stepping Up’ online resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants understand how to apply for roles within NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process. Please note that all NSW Health workers are strongly recommended to stay up to date with Covid-19 vaccinations as recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation in the Australian Immunisation Handbook. However, Covid-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. For role related queries or questions contact Niki Wardrope on; Phone: 4320 3029 Applications Close: Thursday, 13 February 2025 at 11.59pm You are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367. My Profile Create and manage profiles for future opportunities. NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today. #J-18808-Ljbffr