Enrolled Nurse - Mental Health Services, Cumberland Hospital
Enrolled Nurse - Mental Health Services, Cumberland Hospital
Grow your nursing career in a leading public health service
Make a meaningful difference in patients’ recovery journeys
Support, assess and deliver quality mental health care while building strong therapeutic relationships in a dynamic clinical environment.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $75,011.91 - $81,508.14 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital
Where you'll be working
Join Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta, part of Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), Australia's oldest and NSW's largest dedicated mental health facility. You'll become part of a passionate multidisciplinary team committed to delivering innovative, recovery-oriented care that empowers consumers to achieve their goals. Guided by WSLHD's CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, you'll have opportunities to develop your professional skills while contributing to the future of mental health services, including the exciting new Integrated Mental Health Complex at Westmead.
Work within one of Australia's leading specialist mental health services.
Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary clinicians committed to recovery-focused care.
Deliver services from the historic Cumberland Hospital campus in North Parramatta.
Access ongoing professional development, clinical supervision and education.
Be part of an organisation driving innovation and excellence in mental health care.
What you'll be doing
As an Enrolled Nurse within Mental Health Services, you will provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse while supporting patients through their recovery and wellbeing journey. You will play a key role in delivering safe, compassionate and evidence-based care within your scope of practice.
Conduct observations, recognise clinical changes and escalate concerns appropriately
Deliver care and support daily living activities in line with individual care plans
Communicate effectively with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement
Support a positive team environment while upholding professional and ethical standards
Registration: Current Endorsed Enrolled Nurse Division 2 Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Selection Criteria:
Relevant and recent clinical experience deemed appropriate by WSLHD
Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.
Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal
Effective interpersonal skills showing initiative and leadership.
Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to continuing professional development and demonstrated ability to utilise information technology within a variety of applications and willingness to undertake training.
Applications Close: 5th October 2026
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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