Registered Nurse

Are you a passionate Mental Health RN looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique Primary healthcare setting ? We’re looking for casual Mental Health RNs who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality care to Defence members. What’s on offer Competitive salary - attractive remuneration aligned to experience and market rates Quality patient centred care - low acuity in a secure ADF setting Work-life balance - predictable hours Civilian Role - be part of the mission without wearing the uniform Progress your learning - Paid CPD leave, reservist/volunteer leave Practical Perks - Free on-site parking and uniforms provided Wellbeing support - Mental health resources and lifestyle discounts About Canungra Health Centre Canungra Health Centre is located a short drive from the Gold Coast and on Kokoda Barracks. This is where officers and soldiers in the Australian Army Intelligence Corps complete their initial employment training, and all-corps training is conducted throughout officer and soldier careers. It was established in 1942 for Army jungle warfare and infantry training. It was closed from 1948 – 1954, however reactivated during the Vietnam War. Services provided include primary medical, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health and pharmaceutical services. Standard operating hours of the centre are generally 0700-1630 Monday – Friday What you’ll do Deliver high-quality mental health care to Defence members Conducting fitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care. Undertaking assessments, interventions, managing medications, formulating treatment and care plans for individuals and group education sessions Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment where patient wellness is paramount What you bring Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse One of the following: ACMHN credentialed, Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing, Mental Health trained nurse / UK trained undergraduate Mental Health Nurse Minimum two years’ Post RN general registration experience within last five years in mental health within a Primary Healthcare Setting or Specialist Mental Health Setting Comprehensive assessment skills and experience in ‘Focussed Psychological Strategies’ and ‘Psychological Therapy’ as per Medicare Schedule Current CPR certification (HLTAID009) Australian Citizenship required to obtain Baseline Security Clearance Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care Who we are Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services. Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.