At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide flexible, person-centred mental health care across various settings.
- Company: Join Hunter New England Health, a leader in inclusive healthcare.
- Benefits: Earn $41.22 - $57.88 per hour plus super and salary packaging options.
- Other info: Great support for casual staff and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health while enjoying flexible work hours.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with AHPRA; mental health experience preferred but not essential.
If you are seeking flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in mental health care, we encourage you to join our Mental Health Casual Pool.
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% super + Salary Packaging
Location: Various
Where you'll be working:
- The Mental Health Casual Pool provides flexible nursing coverage across a wide range of inpatient units and community-based mental health services throughout the Local Health District (LHD).
- Our Inpatient Services Are Located At Waratah, Newcastle, Maitland, Morisset, John Hunter, Charlestown, Taree, Tamworth, Armidale.
- Community-based mental health services operate right across the LHD.
About The Role:
- Deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centred care to people living with mental illness across various stages of their recovery journey.
- Use strong communication and empathy to engage effectively with consumers, families, and carers.
- Adapt your nursing practice to different settings and specialties, with care needs varying across inpatient and community environments.
- Support consumers with complex medical needs, health promotion, relapse prevention, and recovery-focused care.
- Access 8- or 10-hour shifts, available 7 days a week, depending on service requirements.
- Choose shifts across the LHD at your discretion—work close to home or explore opportunities further afield.
- Participate in community outreach roles where required, noting that some positions (particularly in rural areas) involve travel.
About You:
- Are person-centred and value recovery-oriented mental health care.
- Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Are flexible and willing to work across a variety of mental health roles and settings.
- Mental Health nursing experience or qualifications are highly desirable; however, experienced nurses from all clinical backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Casual Nursing Staff Are Well Supported Through:
- A Casual Services Manager and dedicated vacancy management team.
- Comprehensive orientation and mandatory training on commencement.
- Access to a wide range of additional education, training, and courses via NSW Health.
- On-ward and service-level support from mentors, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Clinical Nurse Educators.
- A strong commitment to supporting nurses transitioning into mental health safely, confidently, and professionally.
Requirements:
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
What We Can Offer You:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
- Proximity to shopping and other services.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family.
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
Additional Information:
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport.
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
- We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care.
- All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
- At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
- Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community.
- We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
- If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process.
- We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.
Casual Registered Nurse in Newcastle employer: Hunter New England Local Health District
At Hunter New England Health, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values collaboration, professional growth, and the well-being of our staff. As a Social Worker Level 3 at our Wallsend Campus, you'll be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to empowering young families while enjoying benefits such as ongoing professional development, salary packaging options, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, all within a warm and inclusive environment that reflects the community we care for.
Contact Details:
Hunter New England Local Health District Recruitment Team
