This is a CCLHD - Enrolled Nurse - Mental Health role with NSW Health based in NSW, AU
== NSW Health ==

Role Seniority - junior

More about the CCLHD - Enrolled Nurse - Mental Health role at NSW Health

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Remuneration: $1,283.59 - $1,394.70 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Wyong Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ632357

Applications Close: Sunday 1st February 2026 at 11.59pm

Do you thrive in a team environment where your contribution truly matters? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for dedicated Enrolled Nurse (EN) to be an essential part of our Mental Health team.

About The Opportunity

As an Enrolled, you will work under the direction and supervision of our Registered Nurses to support and care for patients. Your role is vital in ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety for every individual in our care.

Role

This position plays a key role in ensuring continuity of care and enhancing the overall patient experience. In this role you will:

Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide physical and psychological comfort and support. Assist with patient assessment including observation and monitoring of Mental health status. Collect and report accurate health care information and maintain accurate health care documentation. Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with patients, carers and other health care team members/colleagues regarding nursing care.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner regulation Agency as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2) with a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia approved qualification for administration of medication (including intravenous medication administration). Nursing knowledge and skills relevant to the position speciality. Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills. Understanding of team nursing & demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary health care team Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritise and organise own workload.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave. Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance. Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?

Therese Northcott

Phone: 4394 1308

Email: ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3*** for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

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.

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You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth.

🟢 Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined 🟢

Key Responsibilities

• ️ Assisting patients with daily activities
• Monitoring mental health status
• Maintaining accurate healthcare documentation

Key Strengths

• 🩺 Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2)
• Effective clinical communication skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Nursing knowledge and skills relevant to the position specialty
• ️ Ability to prioritize and organize workload
• Understanding of information technology in healthcare

A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.