Please note: under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community
About SMHRU
The new SMHRU unit offers mental health rehabilitation services for individuals needing extended inpatient care in a secure environment. Our focus is on autonomy, self-determination, and working collaboratively towards independent living. All consumers are over 18 years of age.
Our philosophy of care nurtures individual dreams and aspirations, promoting hope and optimism, and ensuring people feel valued, important, welcome, and safe.
About Your New Role
Are you looking for a role with real meaning and purpose? Gold Coast Health have an exciting opportunity for several experienced Registered Nurse - Identified (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) to join our newly developed Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit and make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the provision of an effective and efficient communication to ensure culturally safe care and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander inpatients
Undertake holistic mental health consumer care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
Ensure effective record keeping and follow documentation practice standards with support from a multidisciplinary team
Develop clinical practice knowledge and expertise through active learning within the team professional development activities
Qualifications
To be successful in this position you will require:
Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community
A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
NMBA Registration
Driver Licence
Credentialed through the College of Mental Health Nurses (or willing to work towards it)
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits of Working with Gold Coast Health
Career Development opportunities
Salary Packaging
Award winning new facility with modern amenities
Diverse Work Culture
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent full time, permanent part time
Base salary ranging from $87 368 - $112 064 per annum or $44.06 - $56.51 per hour
About Gold Coast Health
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed 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 Wednesday, 8 July 2026
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: GC685188
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