AddressClinical Nurse - Mental Health Unit
Joondalup Health Campus, Joondalup
Permanent full-time / Part time position.
We care about YOU! Access counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance
Enjoy benefits such as paid parental leave, study leave and the option to purchase additional annual leave.
In 2023, a state-of-the-art public Mental Health Unit featuring 77 (moving to 102) purpose-built beds was opened. This facility includes specialised services for adult, older adult, Psychiatric intensive care, young adult, youth service and MHOA.
The role will be joining the established CN team, utilising your specific Mental Health knowledge and experience you will be assisting the Mental Health Service Manager continue to provide the highest standard of care for patients who are experiencing mental health issues.
About the Role
As a Clinical Nurse, you will be part of the MHU management team and be responsible for the effective management and efficient coordination of clinical services at Joondalup Health Campus.
Acting as a professional resource and demonstrating broad knowledge in all facets of caring for mental health patients, you will be responsible for;
Contributing to, and participating in, the education of all levels of staff being involved in department orientation, in servicing and clinical competence programs;
Working with peers, and liaising with the Clinical Nurse Specialist and Educator to drive education within the unit; and
Consistently performing accurate and comprehensive patient assessments to address the individual patient’s short and long-term needs including their physical, social and spiritual needs
Promoting a positive and supportive culture utilising excellent leadership skills.
This role will require the flexibility to work across a seven-day roster.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong clinical skillset with experience in Mental Health. Your ability to supervise, lead, direct and motivate staff to achieve outcomes, and your well-developed planning, prioritisation and time management skills are critical for this role.
You will also bring:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
Prior experience in a Clinical Nurse Role essential
Extensive post registration experience as a Mental Health Nurse
Experience in coordinating shifts
Experience as a Clinical Nurse / Coordinator within an inpatient environment
Demonstrated commitment to uphold and promote the Ramsay Way core values
Remuneration: On offer is a full-time equivalent, base annual salary ranging from $101,393.65 - $107,728.19 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (WA Clinical Nurse/Midwife Level 2 gr1-gr4)
About the Hospital
We are expanding our mental health services! Joondalup Health Campus is the largest health care facility in Perth’s northern suburbs, providing 24-hour acute care from an integrated public and private campus.
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com
What’s in it for you?
Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.
Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.
To Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Requirements
Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
Depending on the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases, which may include Covid-19.
If you have any enquiries regarding this opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Craig Creswell, Mental Health Service Manager via email at CreswellC@ramsayhealth.com.au
