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Overview Requisition ID: REQ658152. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part time, minimum 24 hours per week. Remuneration: Registered Nurse: $37.48 - $52.52 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging. Location: Macarthur Mental Health Centre. Applications close: 24/05/2026. Contact: Rhiannon Sayer - Nurse Unit Manager on | . Note: A current influenza vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position. Role Summary With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we''re enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. If youre a mental health nurse who wants work that tests your skills and makes a genuine difference, this is the role for you. Our Mental Health High Dependency Unit and Mental Health Intensive Care Unit deliver care at the most acute end of inpatient mental health, supporting consumers through some of their recovery. Responsibilities Work at the frontline of acute inpatient mental health, caring for consumers with complex, high risk presentations Use advanced therapeutic engagement, observation and de escalation skills in a structured, secure environment Be part of a highly experienced, tight knit team where clinical judgement and situational awareness are valued Play a key role in stabilisation, containment and recovery during periods of heightened distress Build your expertise in specialty mental health settings that demand confidence, precision and professionalism Right Fit Confident working with people experiencing severe mental illness, acute agitation or behavioural disturbance Grounded, calm and clinically sharp when situations escalate Experienced in therapeutic communication, boundary setting and recovery focused care Able to read a room quickly, assess risk instinctively and act decisively Drawn to high dependency and intensive care mental health settings where teamwork and trust are essential Selection Criteria Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA. Describe your experience providing nursing care to consumers with complex, high acuity presentations in a mental health inpatient setting, including how you assess risk, maintain safety and support stabilisation and recovery. How do you use clinical judgement, communication and teamwork to manage challenging or unpredictable situations and deliver person centred care in high acuity clinical environments? Position Information Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description. How to Apply Read our application guide and tips for improving your application. Diversity, Culture & Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community. Aboriginal Workforce For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact . Support is also available through the Stepping Up website. More Than Just a Job Why Work With Us? Financial Perks 12% superannuation Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff) One extra day off each month for full-time employees Work-Life Balance Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role) Paid maternity and parental leave Generous leave options like long service and carers leave Grow Your Career Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs. Health & Wellbeing Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP) Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance Additional Information Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found. Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Healths vaccination and screening requirements before starting. Child Safe Employment: South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment... #J-18808-Ljbffr