Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health - Incentives Offered

Job Description

Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health - Incentives Offered

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Western NSW Local Health District – Bathurst NSW

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10d ago , from Western NSW Local Health District

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Employment Type: PermanentFull Time
\n Position Classification: Registered Nurse
\n Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme)
\n Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
\n Hours Per Week: 38
\n Applications Close: 23 September 2026 – 11:59pm

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Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health – Incentives Offered
\n Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Bathurst

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About the role
\n An exciting opportunity exists for a Registered Nurse with an interest in mental health to join the Bathurst Community Mental Health Team. This full-time position offers the benefit of working business hours while delivering high-quality care to adults within a community-based setting.

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The position is part of a multidisciplinary team of Registered Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers and Psychiatrists, providing a mix of acute assessment, therapeutic interventions and clinical management to consumers with a range of mental health conditions.

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This role offers the opportunity to develop your skills in mental health assessment, critical thinking, rapport building and evidence-based care, while working closely with carers and community support services.

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You will be supported by experienced senior clinicians through regular clinical supervision, daily multidisciplinary case reviews and ongoing professional development opportunities. With a strong focus on staff wellbeing and a positive team culture, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your mental health nursing career while making a meaningful difference in your local community.

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To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

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A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

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Helping you Move to Western NSW

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The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience

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To apply for this role:

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Click 'Apply'

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Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

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Upload your current resume

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Answer the selection criteria

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Role-related enquiries: Please contact Bill Koffmann, on (02) 6330 5*** or at *************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

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Additional information for applicants:

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All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

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This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

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Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

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Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian

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Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

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To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards

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For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
\n #RuralHealthIncentive

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