Registered Nurse - Mental Health Access Team (JN -112024-22416) Darwin, Australia Salary: AUD84.24 - AUD86.9 per hour + penalties + super
Join us as a Locum Clinical Nurse / Clinical Nurse Specialist within our Mental Health Acute Care team vacancies and play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to individuals experiencing mental health crises. We are looking for dedicated nurses who can commit to contracts for a 12-week duration in regional and remote locations across Australia. In these dynamic locum roles, you'll work in community settings and handle intake and triages through the Emergency Department collaborating within a multidisciplinary team, planning patient care, administering medication, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Why Choose CMR? Diverse Working Environments: Expand your horizons by working in different healthcare settings. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility to balance your career with your personal adventures. Competitive Compensation: Earn up to $90 per hour + super + penalties + travel and accommodation allowances. Professional Growth: Enhance your skills and broaden your experience. Supportive Employer: Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way. Responsibilities: Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of clients' mental health needs, strengths, and challenges. Individualised Care Plans: Develop, implement, and regularly review personalised care plans in collaboration with clients and their families. Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate support and intervention during mental health crises to ensure safety and stability. Medication Management: Administer and monitor medication, ensuring adherence, and managing side effects. Advocacy: Advocate for clients' rights and needs within the healthcare system and broader community. Home Visits: Provide care in clients' homes, fostering a supportive and familiar environment for recovery. Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. Criteria: To excel in this role, you should possess:
Qualifications: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA with no restrictions. Experience: Proven background in mental health nursing, particularly in case management settings with a minimum of 5 years of experience. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to engage with patients and team members effectively. Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Transportation: Valid driver's license, as it's essential for this contract role. Flexibility: The ability to be away from home travel nursing to regional and remote locations for a minimum of 12 weeks at a time. Apply Now If you're enthusiastic about making a positive impact and meet the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. Join us in contributing to the well-being of individuals facing mental health challenges. Click "apply" or email with your updated CV or give me a call on 0482089796.
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