This is a Registered Nurse - EMHAART - Port Macquarie role with NSW Health based in Port Macquarie, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Registered Nurse - EMHAART - Port Macquarie role at NSW Health Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: 74317.94 - 104336.27 Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ643843 Advertising closes: 1 April 2026 Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). What You'll Be Doing Mid North Coast Integrated Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs (IMHAOD) will implement a new Emergency Mental Health & Addiction Assessment Team (EMHAART) service that provides safe and easily accessible pathways aimed at improving consumer outcomes and experiences. The service will provide advice, triage, initial assessment, and referral service to facilitate access to the appropriate mental health or substance use disorders (SUD) services for the people of MNCLHD across their lifespan. MNCLHD has a wide distribution of consumers that have challenges accessing services resulting in the need to refine and centralise ‘front-end’ 24/7 referral, access, and entry pathways as a priority to IMHAOD services. This position will be working in a multi-disciplinary team to deliver MHAOD services to the consumers which include intake, triage and assessment as part of the EMHAART. Practice and promote safe, efficient and effective nursing care that reflects current standards of nursing practices and current Mid North Coast Local Health District policies and procedures. To work collaboratively with other service providers/agencies to promote assertive and timely service delivery for clients in the provision of holistic evidence-based care in accordance with MNCLHD and Ministry of Health policies and directive. About You Do you have current Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and demonstrated nursing skills, knowledge, and ability relevant to area within an outpatient and/or acute hospital setting. Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager. This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx. Are you interested in moving to the Mid North Coast? Learn more at The Welcome Experience. A free service supporting businesses, essential workers and their families who are considering moving or have made the move to regional NSW. A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Matthew Pearce on matthew.pearce@health.nsw.gov.au For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au 'Get to know our Health District' - MNCLHD Code of Ethics and Conduct for NSW Government Sector Employees Mid North Coast LHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards Need assistance with your application please refer to our resources: How To Apply or for Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders refer to: Stepping Up 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 NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Implementing EMHAART services Delivering nursing care ️ Collaborating with service providers Key Strengths Current Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Demonstrated nursing skills Knowledge of mental health and addiction services Collaboration skills Cultural competency Crisis intervention skills A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.
