Are you a passionate Mental Health RN looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique Primary healthcare setting ?
We’re looking for casual Mental Health RNs who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality care to Defence members.
What’s on offer
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Competitive salary - attractive remuneration aligned to experience and market rates
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Quality patient centred care - low acuity in a secure ADF setting
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Work-life balance - predictable hours
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Civilian Role - be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
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Progress your learning - Paid CPD leave, reservist/volunteer leave
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Practical Perks - Free on-site parking and uniforms provided
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Wellbeing support - Mental health resources and lifestyle discounts
About Canungra Health Centre
Canungra Health Centre is located a short drive from the Gold Coast and on Kokoda Barracks. This is where officers and soldiers in the Australian Army Intelligence Corps complete their initial employment training, and all-corps training is conducted throughout officer and soldier careers. It was established in 1942 for Army jungle warfare and infantry training. It was closed from 1948 – 1954, however reactivated during the Vietnam War. Services provided include primary medical, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health and pharmaceutical services. Standard operating hours of the centre are generally 0700-1630 Monday – Friday
What you’ll do
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Deliver high-quality mental health care to Defence members
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Conducting fitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care.
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Undertaking assessments, interventions, managing medications, formulating treatment and care plans for individuals and group education sessions
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Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment where patient wellness is paramount
What you bring
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Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
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One of the following: ACMHN credentialed, Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing, Mental Health trained nurse / UK trained undergraduate Mental Health Nurse
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Minimum two years’ Post RN general registration experience within last five years in mental health within a Primary Healthcare Setting or Specialist Mental Health Setting
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Comprehensive assessment skills and experience in ‘Focussed Psychological Strategies’ and ‘Psychological Therapy’ as per Medicare Schedule
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Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
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Australian Citizenship required to obtain Baseline Security Clearance
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Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care
Who we are
Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.
Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.
