Nursing - Psych, Forensic & Correctional Health (Healthcare & Medical)
Responsibilities:
* Undertakes At Risk assessments, within the specified timeframe, for people in prison who have been identified as at risk of self-harm or suicide.
* Undertakes primary mental health nurse clinics, where patients are assessed, treatment plans are reviewed, and ongoing care is discussed with the patient.
* Provides a primary mental health consultancy service for primary health nursing staff and other service providers.
* Participates in clinical handover meetings within the health team.
* Documents all patient occasions of service, declining of services, non-attendance and appointment scheduling in the electronic medical record (EMR) and maintains confidentiality of health records.
* Documents occasions of service in the approved format.
* Work collaboratively with the Forensic Mental Health (FMH) Service Provider in the assessment and management of a mental health patient who may be deteriorating and/or have complex mental health issues.
* Refer patients to the FMH service for specialist assessment and review, which includes managing the waitlist for the FMH outreach service at designated clients' Healthcare locations.
* Required to work across a 7-day roster - Monday - Sunday inclusive.
* Expected to work 6 shifts across the fortnight, shift times vary from 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm.
Minimum Requirements:
* Current Registration with AHPRA.
* Working with Children check.
* Minimum of 12 months recent experience as a Mental Health Registered Nurse.
* Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health.
Why apply through Healthcare Australia?
* Designated consultant to support you through the recruitment process.
* Preparation advice regarding resume, cover letter and interview success.
* Specific information regarding the role provided before application.
* Exceptional service and quick progression through recruitment process.
* Feedback requested and provided at all stages.
* Continued communication and support after employment has commenced.
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