Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $1,424.29 - $1,999.59 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Wyong Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ626550
Applications Close: Monday 2nd February 2026 at 11.59pm

Are you passionate about improving patient journeys for people experiencing acute mental health distress? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), our Emergency Department Mental Health Team (ED MHT) is committed to providing trusted, compassionate care at critical moments. We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) who values teamwork, person-centred practice, and making a meaningful difference in the care and outcomes of people presenting in crisis.

About the Opportunity

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. 

In this role you will:

• Provide high-quality, consumer-centred mental health nursing care.

• Complete timely and thorough mental health assessments for people presenting with acute distress.

• Develop and implement clear care plans and risk management strategies in collaboration with consumers and the multidisciplinary team.

• Liaise effectively with emergency department staff, community services, and inpatient teams to support safe and appropriate care pathways.

• Maintain confidentiality and professional standards at all times.

• Communicate clearly and compassionately with consumers, families, and colleagues.

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

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Current authority to practice from AHPRA as a Registered Nurse who has extensive full time equivalent post registration mental health experience and in addition who has approved post registration qualifications relevant to mental health nursing or is working towards same.

• Extensive clinical experience in undertaking acute mental health assessments.

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team

• Commitment to working 24/7 rotating roster.
   

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? 
Samantha Johnston
Phone: 4328 7355 
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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