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Form of workBe a part of an exciting new venture in a dynamic and supportive workplace providing life changing care to patients!
Hirondelle Private Hospital is iMH's second private mental health hospital. Hirondelle Private Hospital provides integrated mental health services to the Northern Sydney community. With 45 mental health beds, the team of psychiatrists, medical, nursing and allied health professionals provide a wide range of treatments across inpatient, outpatient and community settings through flexible care pathways.
iMH has people at the heart of everything we do. We value and respect the individual contributions of our employees. We are committed to offering a friendly place to work and a supportive team environment. We want to provide a life changing experience not only for the people who access our services but also for the people who work with us.
About the role
The Care Coordinator serves as a conduit between the patient, nominated carer, the treating clinical team and the Psychiatrist, providing clinical care and coordination for the patients allocated to their VMO(s) across all service settings. As an integral member of the hospital management team, responsibilities include assessment and screening, collection of collateral information from referrers and family, goal setting and discharge planning, education sessions with the patient and their nominated carer, discharge planning and outcome studies.
Essential criteria:
- Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and a current annual practicing certificate
- Minimum of five years clinical experience in a mental health setting
- Problem solving ability and triage skills
- The ability to coordinate and manage a number of concurrent projects
- Effective time management
- Excellent communication and liaison skills
- Excellent documentation and report writing skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional, and to work collaboratively with consumers, carers, staff, hospital accredited professionals and members of the public
Desirable criteria:
- Experience working in a private hospital setting
- Applicants with post graduate qualifications in mental health will be highly regarded.
If you have any questions about the role please email ***************@imh.com.au.
Please note: As a pre-requisite for this role, successful candidates will be required to provide an up-to-date AFP National Police Check and Working with Vulnerable People Check. Proof of up-to-date vaccination records will be required prior to on-boarding.
