Nurse Practitioner – Mental Health

Job Description

Unit/Directorate: North Metropolitan Mental Health Service > Community Adult Mental Health Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? This is a Permanent Full Time appointment What is our Nurse Practitioner - Mental Health role? The role provides advanced nursing assessment, diagnosis, care and intervention to patients and families within the scope of practice of a Nurse Practitioner in Adult Community Mental Health services: Performs advanced physical assessment, orders diagnostic tests, interprets the results of these tests, initiates referrals to relevant health providers, and prescribes appropriate medications and other therapies as needed; Provides clinical leadership as appropriate; and Develops and maintains evaluation processes of patient outcomes relevant to the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice. While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values. About Community Adult Mental Health The Community Adult Mental Health Service is a State Government health service providing specialist mental health assessment and treatment for people with mental health needs living in the community. Community clinics are situated at Butler, Wanneroo, Mirrabooka, Osborne Park and Subiaco. Community Adult Mental Health also includes the Neuromodulation Service and the Creative Expression Centre for Arts Therapy (CECAT), a therapeutic creative arts service that utilises a range of creative mediums and processes to assist in mental illness recovery. What we offer NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including: Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay Professional and career development opportunities Diverse and inclusive culture Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Fay Burrows, Coordinator of Nursing on 086372 1500 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests. Ready to join our team? Applicants are required to apply online at so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Your application should include: A Cover Letter (max 3 pages) explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples to demonstrate your knowledge, experience and skills. A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position. References - the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor. Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role. NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. We look forward to receiving your application. This document can be made available in alternative formats on request. Location: Mirrabooka Work Type: Permanent - Full Time Position Title: Nurse Practitioner – Mental Health Closing Date: 2025-03-13 4:00 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr