Job Title: Registered Nurse – Inpatient Mental Health Unit 
Location: Dubbo, New South Wales 
Contract Type: Full-Time Rotating Roster (Contract) 
Dates: ASAP for 12 weeks 

About the Role: 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join the Inpatient Mental Health Unit in Dubbo, New South Wales. This role involves providing high-quality mental health care to patients in a structured inpatient setting. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team working to stabilise and support individuals with acute mental health conditions, ensuring their safety and promoting recovery. 

Weekly incentive bonus + weekly meal allowance + travel and accommodation provided  + Verus education allowance 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute mental health conditions in an inpatient unit. 
• Conduct mental health assessments and contribute to the development and implementation of individual care plans. 
• Administer medications, monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary. 
• Engage in therapeutic interventions and de-escalation techniques as required. 
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care. 
• Maintain clear and accurate patient records, ensuring adherence to mental health legislation and best practice standards. 
• Support patients through their recovery journey and assist in discharge planning. 

Essential Criteria: 

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse. 
• A minimum of 2 years' post-grad experience as a Registered Nurse working in mental health. 
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in both inpatient and community settings. 
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive care plans. 
• Experience in medication management and patient assessment. 
• Commitment to patient-centred care and promoting independence in adults. 

What’s On Offer: 

• Up to $58.53p/h (AM) + super + additional incentive bonus + weekly meal allowance  
• Travel and accommodation provided for you.
• Up to $80.70/pw for post-grad qualifications 
• Opportunity to work in a scenic, supportive and collaborative environment. 
• Contract role with potential for extension. 
• Professional development and career growth opportunities with Verus' $500 education bonus. 

How to Apply: If you're a dedicated Registered Nurse passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume detailing your experience and why you’d be a great fit for this role. 

For more information, contact Chloe on 0485 837439  or via chloe.watson-edwards@veruspeople.com