Registered Nurse Level 2 -Custodial Mental Health at ACT Health

Canberra, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

119223.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Assessment, Intervention Skills, Communication, Adaptability, Flexibility, Team Collaboration, Mental Health Care, Crisis Management, Patient Advocacy, Professional Development, Supervision, Vulnerable Populations, Forensic Mental Health, Community Engagement, Health Services, Quality 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 (P25563) Salary: $112,841 – $119,223 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: Canberra Health Services Section: Forensic Mental Health Services Closing Date: 19 February 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: This is an exciting opportunity to join the ACT’s Forensic Mental Health Services (FMHS). FMHS provides specialist mental health services to people in the ACT who are involved in, or at-risk people of becoming involved in, the criminal justice system. FMHS operates across a range of settings including custody, secure inpatient facilities, ACT law courts, and the community. FMHS is seeking highly motivated Registered Nurses (Level 2) to join our custodial mental health team operating within the ACT’s two correctional centres. Registered mental health nurses bring strong clinical assessment and intervention skills to ensure that people in custody experiencing mental ill-health are afforded the same quality of care they would receive in the community. Registered nurses working in custodial settings must be adaptable and flexible, able to communicate with influence, and be passionate about working with vulnerable populations. FMHS offers a collaborative multi-disciplinary working environment including support for via clinical supervision, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for career advancement. 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 Hayley Wood at 02 5124 2717 or at HayleyA.Wood@act.gov.au #LI-DNI

Responsibilities

The role involves providing specialist mental health services to individuals in custody, ensuring they receive quality care comparable to community standards. Registered Nurses will work within a multi-disciplinary team to support mental health needs in correctional facilities.