Clinical Nurse (Mental Health - Lavender Mother And Baby Unit)

Description:

This role will provide efficient, responsive and evidence-based mental health nursing care and coordination to the mental health Lavender Mother and Baby Unit in Gold Coast Hospital.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse (Mental Health - Lavender Mother and Baby Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Utilise clinical skills commensurate to individual level of experienceDemonstrate effective communication throughout the service to promote positive team functioningProvide direction, education and orientation to other staff which may include casual staff members and nursing studentsDevelop clinical practice knowledge and expertise through active learning within the team
About You
To be successful in this position you will require:
A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalentRegistration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of AustraliaCredentialed through the College of Mental Health Nurses (or be prepared to work towards a credential in Mental Health Nursing)A graduate certificate or greater within a relevant specialty area is highly desirableEvidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis BTuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be requiredDeclaration of serious discipline history must be disclosedCriminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work optionsCareer DevelopmentSalary PackagingModern FacilitiesDiverse Work CultureResearch Opportunities12.75% super17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent part time (45.60 hours per fortnight)Base salary ranging from $54.44 - $58.30 per hour
About Us
The Lavender Mother and Baby Unit is a specialised state-wide Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit and has four adult beds and four infant boarder beds. The latter may occasionally increase if a mother has twins/triplets. The aim of the service is to deliver safe and responsive specialist mental health care for a mother with severe mental illness without the need to separate women from their infant(s). This scope enables women to be admitted with their infant(s) (under 12 months old at time of admission).
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health careAnnual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billionMore than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health PrecinctsSecondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilitiesOpportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyleA workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their bestCommitted to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How To Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 7 April 2025
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC627038
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
Occupational group Health - Nursing