At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver evidence-based mental health care and support recovery for patients.
- Company: Join the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District's dynamic Mental Health Service.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, salary packaging, work-life balance, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Located near beaches and cafes, offering a great lifestyle in Kogarah.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered nurse with strong communication skills and mental health experience.
The predicted salary is between 117000 - 158000 $ per year.
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is seeking a motivated and experienced Registered Nurse to join the Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC) at St George Mental Health Service. This is a temporary full-time position through till January 2027.
The SESLHD Mental Health Service provides care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area, supporting individuals living with mental illness during acute interventions or to maintain their recovery in the community.
In this rewarding role, you will:
- Deliver evidence-based mental health care
- Contribute to positive consumer outcomes
- Work within a service that values recovery, respect, and clinical excellence
Where you'll be working:
You will be based at the PECC Unit, St George Mental Health Service, located on the St George Hospital campus in Kogarah, close to beaches and cafes.
Additional Benefits:
- Financial benefits - Salary packaging options for living expenses, meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing
- Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave
- Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training
- Health & Wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career development - Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance and personal regrade to Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 1 status
Selection Criteria:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia
- Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Basic computer skills and ability to use health information systems
- Understanding of recovery principles and commitment to consumer-focused care
- Experience in delivering high-quality patient care in Mental Health
- Proven experience in care provision and risk management within the mental health environment
Application close: 1 November 2026
For role-related queries, contact Ashley Parker at ashley.parker@health.nsw.gov.au. Interviews are expected to be held between 9 November 2026 and 13 November 2026.
NSW Health embraces diversity and is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and people with different abilities.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment/interview process, please email SESLHD-Recruitment-MentalHealth@health.nsw.gov.au.
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