Registered Nurse - Mental Health

Macleod, Yallambie – Mental Health RN –Simpson Health Centre Are you a passionate Mental Health RN looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique Primary healthcare setting ? We’re looking for 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 Simpson Health Centre Simpson Barracks is located at Yallambie (approx. 40 mins North-East of Melbourne CBD). Predominately a Forces Command training base supporting Defence Force School of Signals (tri-service technicians & operators, electronic warfare systems), Defence Force School of Music (tri-service musicians) and Army Education Centre. The Army base services approximately 6000 Defence members and operates a 9 bed low dependency ward 24/7. The health centre also provides primary medical, nursing, physiotherapy, dental and mental health services. Standard operating hours are generally 07:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts). This role is full time Monday to Friday (day shift) within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. 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. To learn more about Serco click here Interested? Contact Divya on 0427 566 681 or email <[email hidden]> for a confidential chat. Apply now.