Registered Psych Nurse

CDECB

Williams Landing, Victoria, Australia
Current aphra registration required
Minimum 12 months acute experience
Strong mental state risk assessment skills
The role involves providing short-term, intensive support to individuals experiencing an acute mental health crisis as an alternative to hospital admission

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing short-term, intensive support to individuals experiencing an acute mental health crisis as an alternative to hospital admission.
  • Candidates must be resilient, compassionate, and committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care while stabilizing individuals and connecting them with ongoing supports.
  • The organization offers regular training in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, and legal frameworks with pathways into leadership roles.

Matching Summary

The role involves providing short-term, intensive support to individuals experiencing an acute mental health crisis as an alternative to hospital admission.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Current APHRA registration required
  • Minimum 12 months acute experience
  • Strong mental state risk assessment skills
  • Ability to work autonomously in community
  • Current unrestricted Victorian Driver's License

Nice-to-have

  • Previous CATT or EMH experience preferred
  • Experience working within a community team
  • Demonstrated resilience and adaptability
  • Compassionate patient-centered care approach
  • Team player with excellent communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Currently registered with AHPRA
  • Minimum 12 months previous Acute experience
  • Current unrestricted Victorian Driver's License
  • Police Record Check and Working with Children Check
  • Proof of current influenza vaccination status

Work Rights

Must have Australian work rights (implied by AHPRA and Vic license)

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