Registered Nurse Level 2 - Adult Impatient Mental Health Services at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Oct, 26

Salary

119223.0

Posted On

03 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Acute Mental Health Care, Evidence-based Assessment, Person-centred Care, Clinical Excellence, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Recovery-focused Practice, Patient Treatment, Compassionate Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 6-12 months with possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Registered Nurse Level 2 (P45061) Salary: $112,841 – $119,223 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: Canberra Health Services Section: Mental Health, Justice Health, Alcohol and Drug Services Closing Date: 17 July 2026 What can we offer you: • City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra. • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval). To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services (act.gov.au) About the Role: Canberra Health Services (CHS) is seeking passionate and dedicated professionals to join Adult Acute Mental Health Services, delivering high-quality, person-centred care to people across Canberra and the surrounding region. As part of Mental Health, Justice Health, Alcohol and Drug Services (MHJHADS), you will work within a recovery-focused, multidisciplinary team committed to supporting consumers, families, and carers throughout their mental health journey. This rewarding opportunity spans services including the Adult Mental Health Unit (AMHU), a 40-bed inpatient unit, the 6-bed Mental Health Short Stay Unit (MHSSU) located within the Emergency Department, and the 10-bed Mental Health Unit 12B. You will play a vital role in providing evidence-based assessment, treatment, and support to people experiencing acute mental health challenges, while working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes. If you are committed to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we would love to hear from you. For more information about Canberra Health Services, visit www.health.act.gov.au. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Ankita Pradhan at 02-5124 5414 or at ankita.pradhan@act.gov.au. #LI-DNI LinkedIn exclusion pixel. Leave in if Area does not want to post on LinkedIn, remove if they do.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and evidence-based treatment to patients in acute mental health inpatient units. Work within a multidisciplinary team to support consumers, families, and carers throughout their recovery journey.