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Employment Type: Permanent Full & Part Time | Temporary Full & Part Time | Casual
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Allowances + Rural Health Incentives*
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID:REQ696924
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, with regular interviews held on site.
Make a difference where it matters most
Mental health nursing is more than providing clinical care -it's about building trust, seeing the person behind the presentation and supporting people through some of the most challenging periods of their lives.
At Hunter New England Mental Health Service,you'll have the opportunity to use your experience, empathy and clinical skills to make a meaningful difference to people living with mental illness, as well as their families and carers.
You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care, advocate for patients and support them to understand their care and make informed decisions about their health. Your ability to build relationships, adapt to changing needs and respond calmly in complex situations will make a genuine difference every day.
We're looking for Registered Nurses with experience in mental health who areadaptable, empathetic and passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
Choose the location that works for you
With opportunities across Armidale, Taree, Morisset and Newcastle, you can choose a location and lifestyle that suits you while building your career in mental health.
Armidale
Enjoy regional living, a close-knit community and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people across the New England region.
Taree
Combine a relaxed coastal lifestyle with the opportunity to provide mental health care to communities across the Manning region.
Morisset
Enjoy a relaxed lakeside lifestyle with easy access to Lake Macquarie, while working in a growing community and making a meaningful difference to people across the Hunter region.
Newcastle
Stay close to the coast and city while accessing opportunities across a range of mental health services, including Mater Mental Health, John Hunter Children's Hospital and Nexus.
Whether you're looking for a tree change, coastal lifestyle, regional community or the convenience of Newcastle, there's an opportunity to find the right fit for you.
*Rural Health Incentives and relocation support are location dependent.
Why Mental Health Nursing?
Every interaction can make a difference.
You'll support people across different stages of life -including children, adolescents, adults and older people - and work with individuals and families with diverse experiences and needs.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Build meaningful therapeutic relationships with patients and families
Use your mental health experience to support positive patient outcomes
Provide person-centred care within a multidisciplinary team
Advocate for patients and support informed decision-making
Respond to changing clinical needs and complex situations
Develop your clinical skills across diverse mental health settings
Make a tangible difference to people, families and communities
The role requires nurses who can work within a complex environment, manage competing priorities, communicate effectively and apply clinical knowledge, critical thinking and evidence-based practice to patient care
What you'll need
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
Experience in mental health nursing
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Demonstrated clinical reasoning, critical thinking and evidence-based practice
Eligibility to drive in NSW
Valid work rights in Australia
Please note: We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
What we offer
Rural incentives of up to $10,000 in your first year* Location dependant
Salary packaging available
4 weeks annual leave, pro rata for part-time employees
6 weeks annual leave for eligible full-time nurses
Allocated Days Off for full-time employees
Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family
Ongoing clinical supervision, education and professional development
Opportunities to develop your career across a diverse mental health service
*Location and eligibility requirements apply.
Your experience can make a difference
Whether you're looking to build on your existing mental health experience, take your skills to a new community or find a location that better suits your lifestyle, Hunter New England Mental Health Service has opportunities across Morisset, Armidale, Taree and Newcastle.
Bring your experience. Bring your empathy. Make a difference in mental health.
Apply now and find the location and opportunity that's right for you.
Need more information?
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2) Find out more about applying for this position
Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. Contacts: Nicole Asimus - Nicole.Asimus@health.nsw.gov.au - Mental Health Centre Caitlin Morton - Caitlin.Morton@health.nsw.gov.au - Maitland and Manning (Taree) Mental Health Inpatient Units Priscilla Zifodya- Priscilla.Zifodya@health.nsw.gov.au - Tamworth and Armidale (Clarke Centre) Mental Health Inpatient Units Aaron Tammekand- Aaron.Tammekand@health.nsw.gov.au - Morisset Hospital For all other general enquiries: HNELHD-MHNursingrecruitment@health.nsw.gov.au
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Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance
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