Mental Health Nurse (RN, EN)

Mental Health Nurse – Recruitment Pool. 

This is for positions for the duration of the recruitment pool which will include casual, short-term, long-term, permanent, part-time or full-time positions.

As part of the application process, you will be required to indicate your preferences for the type of position(s) you are interested in, and when you are able to commence work with Aegis Health.

About Us
Aegis Health has evolved from the Aegis Group’s extensive experience in care provision, to develop innovative health care services.  At Murdoch Square, these integrated health services comprise surgical services, mental health and primary care services. 

We are revolutionising mental health care in our new state-of-the-art facilities by empowering recovery through a holistic and community-integrated mental health care model. Our mission is to provide wrap-around and human-centred mental health care that meets people where they are in their recovery journey, at the right time, no matter what stage of healing they are in.

About the Role
Aegis Health is seeking passionate and experienced Registered Nurses to join our innovative interdisciplinary mental health team within the Aegis Health Clinic, a 36-bed inpatient mental health unit located within Aegis Health Private Hospital.

This facility provides overnight admissions for patients requiring higher intensity treatment and care within a controlled and supportive environment. Our target population includes individuals experiencing mental health conditions requiring voluntary support, including those with comorbid alcohol and drug issues.

We are looking for nursing professionals who are passionate about mental health care and committed to delivering patient-centred, recovery-focused care.

Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred mental health nursing care
• Support the delivery of evidence-based therapeutic interventions
• Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team
• Assist in developing and implementing individualised care plans
• Facilitate group-based therapeutic and recovery-focused programs
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, carers, and team members
• Contribute to a safe, compassionate, and recovery-focused environment
• Participate in continuous improvement, education, and professional development initiatives

Essential Skills & Experience
• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum two years’ experience working within the mental health sector preferred
• Strong knowledge and experience in mental health nursing practices
• Training and/or experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and/or Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) is highly desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Commitment to patient-centred and integrated care approaches
• Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• A passion for continuous learning and professional growth
• Empathy, authenticity, and compassion in supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges

Employment Requirements
Successful applicants will be required to provide:

• Evidence of Australian working rights
• National Police Clearance
• Working with Children Check
• Proof of identity
• Successful pre-employment health assessment

Apply Now
If you are passionate about transforming mental health care and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people experiencing mental health challenges, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your application including your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.