At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate mental health care for older people in a supportive team environment.
- Company: Join Sydney Local Health District, a leader in healthcare and community support.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and perks like paid parental leave and fitness memberships.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people while growing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Must have current nursing registration and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 57.88 - 57.88 $ per hour.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (38 hours per week) or Permanent Part Time (Minimum 24 hours per week)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation
Location: Concord Centre for Mental Health
Make a difference where it matters most. Join Jara and help deliver outstanding mental health care for older people.
About the Role
Jara is a 30-bed Older Persons Mental Health inpatient unit located at Concord Centre for Mental Health. We provide specialised assessment, treatment and recovery-focused care for older people experiencing acute mental illness, alongside the complexities of ageing, physical health conditions, and cognitive changes.
Our team is committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and person-centred care that recognises the unique strengths, life experiences, and goals of every consumer. We are seeking skilled and motivated Registered Nurses who are passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of older people. Applications are encouraged from nurses with experience in Mental Health Nursing, as well as Older Persons Mental Health, Dementia Care, Rehabilitation, Acute Care, Gerontology, and Aged Care.
As a member of the Jara team, you will work within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment that values recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and evidence-based practice. Nurses play a vital role in partnering with consumers, carers, families and colleagues to promote recovery, maintain dignity, support independence and address both mental and physical health needs through holistic care.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a service where clinical excellence, compassion and meaningful therapeutic relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for nurses who are adaptable, reflective practitioners and who are committed to providing respectful, culturally safe, and person-centred care for older people.
Ideal Candidate
- Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.
- Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.
Benefits and Perks
- Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)
- Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
- Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance
- Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
- Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
- Stay active with access to the Concord Hospital Staff Gym
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions.
If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
Applications Close: 4 November 2026
Registered Nurse in Sydney employer: NSW Health
St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises compassion and community service. Located in the vibrant Darlinghurst area, employees benefit from competitive pay, not-for-profit salary packaging, and flexible working arrangements, including two days of remote work each week. With a strong focus on professional growth, staff have access to study leave, scholarships, and wellness programs, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in healthcare.
