This is a Registered Nurse - Mental Health Casual Pool role with Sydney Local Health District based in Sydney, NSW, AU Sydney Local Health District Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Registered Nurse - Mental Health Casual Pool role at Sydney Local Health District Employment Type: Casual Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour Superannuation Location: Concord Centre for Mental Health and Professor Marie Bashir Centre Requisition ID: REQ646316 Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring. Why Join SLHD Mental Health? Our services span Acute, Sub-Acute, Forensic and Community settings across purpose-built facilities including the Professor Marie Bashir Centre and the Concord Centre for Mental Health. We offer opportunities across: Acute Adult Inpatient Services Forensic Mental Health Community Mental Health Consultation Liaison Youth and Early Psychosis Older Persons Mental Health Eating Disorders Parent and Baby Unit The Registered Nurse is responsible for the provision of patient centred; evidence informed nursing care that promotes identified health outcomes. The Registered Nurse will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with individuals and the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Whether you are seeking complexity, subspecialisation, leadership development or career progression — SLHD provides structured pathways to support your growth. Ideal Candidate Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA). Has demonstrated knowledge and experience in Mental Health Nursing, with a minimum of two years post-graduate Registered Nurse experience in a Mental Health Setting. Demonstrate sound risk assessment and clinical decision-making skills Practice within a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed framework Available for a minimum of 2 shifts per week Thrive in multidisciplinary environments and is motivated, resilient and committed to clinical excellence Violence Prevention training (This will be assessed on case-by-case scenario) desirable not essential Benefits and Perks! Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals. For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015). SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working with Us’ To further connect with us, check us out on LinkedIn For enquiries, please contact Frances Edwards on (02) 9767 8684 or via email at frances.edwards@health.nsw.gov.au Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now! Applications Close: 2 April 2026 For Applicant Support and Information, visit ‘Applicant Information’ Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Sydney Local Health District team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ❤️ Providing patient-centered nursing care Collaborating with healthcare teams Supporting professional growth Key Strengths Current nursing registration Mental Health Nursing experience Risk assessment and clinical decision-making skills ⚠️ Violence Prevention training A Final Note: This is a role with Sydney Local Health District not with Hatch.
