At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide mental health care as part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team.
- Company: Department of Health offering diverse opportunities in mental health services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Open until June 2026; great for gaining experience in various settings.
- Why this job: Join a supportive environment and grow your skills in mental health nursing.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with mental health qualifications or interest in the field.
The predicted salary is between 78179 - 105995 $ per year.
Department of Health
Applications must be submitted by Tuesday 30 June, 2026 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4
Salary: $78,179 to $105,995 pro rata, per annum
Employment type: Casual, Full Time, Part Time
Region: North, North West, South, Statewide
About our Employment Registers: Welcome, and thank you for your interest in this Employment Register. Our Registers are for use by non-employees. Current employees should lodge their interest for additional hours/duties on the intranet Expression of Interest page. Registers provide a mechanism to recruit to casual vacancies. They may also be used to fill short, fixed-term vacancies where normal recruitment processes are not practicable. This Register will remain open until 30 June 2026 and will be reviewed on a regular basis. Please note a fixed-term and casual employment register is not a vacancy and inclusion on a register does not guarantee any offer of employment will be made.
Job Overview: We welcome applications from Registered Nurses with specialist qualifications in mental health and also those who are looking for a pathway into the specialism or to broaden their current skills and experience. We offer diverse opportunities to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with consumers across the lifespan in a variety of settings including inpatient and residential services, hospital in the home, community, forensic and correctional health.
Responsibilities: The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion, or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
- Conviction check in the following areas:
- Crimes of violence
- Sex-related offences
- Serious drug offences
- Crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check
Please note: For some roles, you may be required to hold a current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration. You will be notified if you are required to obtain this prior to commencing employment.
How to apply: Applications will only be accepted online. Please click the "Apply now" button on this screen. You will be prompted to complete an online application form, provide a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the role and attach your resume. Please note that attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Referee details are submitted as part of the online application, so make sure you have the contact details for two referees before applying. We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide and Statement of Duties prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and selection criteria.
Registered Nurse employer: Department of Health, Tasmania
The Tasmanian Department of Health is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. As part of the Correctional Primary Health Service Reform Program in Hobart, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful health reforms while enjoying comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
Department of Health, Tasmania Recruitment Team
