The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Why Choose the Royal Melbourne Hospital?

Join the Royal Melbourne Hospital Mental Health Services Team! Are you a passionate and dedicated Registered Mental Health Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse looking to make a difference? The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers, is inviting international Mental Health Nurses who are eligible to work in Australia to be part of our award-winning Mental Health Services team!

• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in Acute Inpatient Units, Hospital Based Services and Community Teams across various inner Melbourne locations
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to adults and older adults in need of mental health support
• Introduction into the Australian Health Care sector: A fantastic opportunity to travel abroad and learn

About your Role:

As a Mental Health Nurse, you will:

• Conduct mental health assessments and provide treatment to consumers, families, and carers
• Coordinate care and ensure clinical standards are met through effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
• Manage clinical risks and contribute to a supportive work environment
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate students and junior staff
• Promote a friendly, respectful and supportive environment within the organisation
• Full Time, Part time and Casual opportunities available

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Take reasonable care for your safety and wellbeing and that of others.
• Work in your scope of practice and seek help where required.
• Work in partnership with consumers, patients and where applicable carers and families.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across all RMH teams.
• Continue to learn through mandatory training and other learning activities.
• Participation in formal performance and annual discussion review processes.
• Operate within the legal frameworks e.g. Mental Health and Wellbeing Act and Privacy Act.
• Seek feedback on your work including participation in annual performance discussion.
• Speak up for safety, our values and wellbeing.
• Prioritise wellbeing and ensure safe work practices are developed and adhered to in their area.
• Respect that the RMH is a smoke-free environment.

About you:

• You hold a relevant qualification as a Mental Health Nurse and are eligible for Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration.
• You are eligible for an Australian working visa
• You have demonstrated experience in mental health nursing
• Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills plus the ability to communicate effectively with consumers, families/carers, colleagues and other service providers
• A commitment to continuous professional development