Registered Nurse-8), Mental Health - The Forensic Hospital - Casual

Registered Nurse-8), Mental Health - The Forensic Hospital - Casual

Employment Type : Casual Position Classification : Registered Nurse 2-8 Remuneration : $37.24 - $49.60 per hour plus superannuation Requisition ID : REQ526597 Applications Close: Sunday 27 October 2024, 11:59pm AEST. Position Title : Registered Nurse (RN2-8), Mental Health - The Forensic Hospital - Casual Just the place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.





Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career. Your Role and Experience As a Registered Nurse (RN) at the Forensic Hospital, you are responsible for providing the day-to-day mental health and physical health care requirements of patients. This must be in line with the principles of recovery and forensic mental health rehabilitation. The RN must integrate therapeutic goals with security requirements through constant appraisal of organisational processes and nurse-patient relationships to ensure that opportunities for therapeutic endeavour are maximised. All staff have a responsibility to maintain the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors within the high secure environment. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: · Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.





· A minimum of Registered Nurse Year 2: one-year of full-time experience OR equivalent hours as a Registered Nurse who has either completed a Mental Health Transition Program and/or has demonstrated mental health nursing experience in Australia or an equivalent health system. Our Location, Team, and Service The Forensic Hospital is a high-secure forensic mental health facility in New South Wales, operated by Justice Health NSW. This facility provides specialist, therapeutic inpatient care for adults and adolescent forensic, correctional, and high-risk civil patients. A multidisciplinary team of medical, nursing, and allied health professionals provide care across the clinical spectrum, from high dependency and acute care, to long stay and rehabilitation care.





While working at the Forensic Hospital, you will develop strong professional connections with colleagues and make a positive contribution to vulnerable people. This dynamic work environment is interesting, stimulating, challenging, rewarding and one where you can have a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families and take your career even further. PLEASE NOTE: A mandatory and comprehensive two-week, full-time orientation is provided to new staff commencing at Forensic Hospital. The next intake date is on 25 November - 6 December 2024. To learn more about careers in our network, please click the links below: Welcome — Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (nsw.gov.au)





Our Locations — Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (nsw.gov.au) Our Health Services — Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (nsw.gov.au) Salary & Benefits Your salary of $37.24 - $49.60 per hour as per the Public Health System Nurses’ and Midwives’ (State) Award (click to view), plus superannuation is just the beginning. You will have access to benefits such as: · Additional allowances of up to $3.88 per hour. · Eligibility for Fitness Passport, Salary Packaging, and Novated Leasing options. · Free on-site parking and easy access to public transport. · Genuine training, education, professional development, and career progression opportunities. · Support from a passionate & enthusiastic management team. Diversity & Inclusivity We are an equal-opportunity employer.





We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. Simply put, we put emphasis on your capability and your passion. This is a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 READY TO APPLY? The first step is to submit your resume and answers to the following targeted questions: Describe a situation where you had to work collaboratively with other clinicians outlining what actions you took to ensure a positive patient outcome.





Describe a time where you have had to think flexibly and/or creatively to solve a challenging clinical risk issue. How did you approach this problem and what was the outcome? Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Alexander Hunt on Alexander.Hunthealth.nsw.gov.au Applications Close: Sunday 27 October 2024 at 11:59pm AEST

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