Inpatient Mental Health Nurse | Tasmania

26/07/2024
Job Type
Locum
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Nursing and Midwifery
Skills
Any
Functional Expertise
Mental Health
Salary Type
Hourly
Salary
AUD $70.00 - AUD $70.00
Job ID
36613

Job Description

Fancy the opportunity to work as an Inpatient Mental Health Nurse in Tasmania? You would be working within a tight-knit community, addressing the unique mental health needs of the region. The location itself offers a relaxed lifestyle with beautiful beaches, parks and hiking trails to explore during your downtime. It's a creative hub, with local artisans offering crafting experiences and art exhibitions, a lush nature reserve where you can spot platypuses, gorgeous coastal walks and stunning botanical gardens.

Base Rate: $70/hour | Penalties: Up to $175/hour | Plus overtime, super, unique salary packaging opportunities & Verus' education allowance

Responsibilities:

  • Patient Care: Provide high-quality care to patients with mental health conditions, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being at all times.
  • Assessment and Monitoring: Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, monitor patient progress, and adjust care plans as needed.
  • Medication Management: Administer medications, monitor for side effects, and educate patients on their medication regimes.
  • Crisis Intervention: Respond to and manage psychiatric emergencies, providing immediate and effective intervention.
  • Therapeutic Support: Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, promoting therapeutic relationships and supportive environments.
  • Care Planning: Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring holistic and patient-centered care.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including assessments, care plans, and progress notes.
  • Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patient needs and rights, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care decisions.
  • Family and Caregiver Support: Provide education and support to patients' families and caregivers to promote understanding and involvement in the care process.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care.
  • Discharge Planning: Assist with discharge planning, coordinating with community resources to ensure a smooth transition for patients leaving the hospital.
  • Compliance: Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, maintaining a safe and ethical practice environment.

Requirements:

  • Current AHPRA registration.
  • A minimum of 2 years' recent mental health nursing experience in an Inpatient setting.
  • Post-graduate qualifications and in-charge experience are highly desirable.

Benefits:

  • Base Rate: $70/hour
  • Penalties: Up to $175/hour
  • Accommodation & travel booked on your behalf.
  • Superannuation.
  • Verus' $500 education allowance, supporting you to progress your career and continue to develop as a nurse.
  • Advanced & unique salary packaging options.
  • Supportive recruitment and compliance consultants to support you every step of the way.

Apply now or contact Gwen on (+61)483 913806 or gwen.james@veruspeople.com