Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 ph.
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ667659
Applications Close: 29th June 2026
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
What you'll be doing
Mid North Coast Integrated Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs (IMHAOD) will implement a new Emergency Mental Health & Addiction Assessment Team (EMHAART) service that provides safe and easily accessible pathways aimed at improving consumer outcomes and experiences. The service will provide advice, triage, initial assessment, and referral service to facilitate access to the appropriate mental health or substance use disorders (SUD) services for the people of MNCLHD across their lifespan. MNCLHD has a wide distribution of consumers that have challenges accessing services resulting in the need to refine and centralise ‘front-end’ 24/7 referral, access, and entry pathways as a priority to IMHAOD services.
This position will be working in a multi-disciplinary team to deliver MHAOD services to the consumers which include intake, triage and assessment as part of the EMHAART. Practice and promote safe, efficient and effective nursing care that reflects current standards of nursing practices and current Mid North Coast Local Health District policies and procedures.
To work collaboratively with other service providers/agencies to promote assertive and timely service delivery for clients in the provision of holistic evidence-based care in accordance with MNCLHD and Ministry of Health policies and directive.
About You
You present yourself as a capable and reliable clinician with a strong professional foundation and a clear commitment to high‑quality patient care. You are registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and you bring well‑developed nursing skills that translate effectively across both outpatient and acute hospital settings. Your practice reflects sound clinical judgement, and you consistently demonstrate the ability to assess situations, identify priorities, and apply problem‑solving strategies that support safe and effective outcomes for patients.
You show a solid understanding of MHAOD principles and confidently deliver frontline intake, triage and comprehensive assessments for consumers. Your communication style is one of your strengths: you use information technology with ease, express yourself clearly in writing, and engage respectfully and professionally in verbal and interpersonal interactions. These qualities allow you to collaborate seamlessly within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to coordinated, outcome‑focused care planning.
Your approach to work is flexible and dependable, and you are prepared to participate in a seven‑day rotating roster that includes night duty and public holidays. You also maintain a current driver’s licence, supporting your ability to respond to service needs across locations. Overall, you bring a balanced blend of clinical capability, professional maturity and patient‑centred focus that strengthens any healthcare environment you are part of.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
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Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
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For role related queries or questions contact Matthew Pearce on [email protected]
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