Mackay Community Health Centre is seeking experienced and compassionate Clinical Nurses to join their Acute Care Mental Health Team . This is a dynamic role suited for clinicians who thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced settings, providing crisis assessment, triage, and short-term care coordination. You'll play a critical role supporting clients experiencing acute mental health challenges in a regional QLD setting. Location: Mackay, QLD Contract Dates: 1x 04 August – 29 September 2025 1x 07 October – 09 November 2025 1x 09 November – 09 November 2025 Vacancies: 3 Hours & Shift Type: 76 hours per fortnight | Rostered day shifts, Mon–Fri Pay Rates: Up-to $80 (based on experience and shift) Benefits: Lead frontline crisis intervention work Travel included Work within a supportive and multidisciplinary mental health team Daytime hours and community-based outreach What You’ll Need: AHPRA Registration – Nurse Grade 6 Mental health case management and triage experience Acute or crisis mental health care experience Competency in ECG and intramuscular injections Current Police Check (with aged care check if applicable) Immunisation evidence – MMR, Hep B, Varicella, Pertussis Mandatory training compliance for mental health Nice to Have: Familiarity with CHIMA and ieMR systems Understanding of QLD’s Mental Health Act 2016 Prior work experience within QLD Health or Mackay HHS Ready to join and make a real impact in crisis mental health support? healthcare@uniterecruitment.com.au 0483 950 925 for a confidential chat about the role
