Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Intensive Support Program
Employment Type:
Part-Time (0.8 FTE), Ongoing
Salary:
RPN Grade 3 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Psychiatric Nurse to join the Intensive Support Program (ISP) within Western Health's Outer Community Mental Health Team.
This is a
part-time EFT, working Monday to Friday
, providing the opportunity to maintain continuity with consumers while working within regular weekday hours.
The Outer Community Team provides specialist mental health care to consumers across the diverse and rapidly growing communities of Melton and Brimbank. You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team of nursing, occupational therapy, social work, psychology and medical clinicians who work collaboratively to improve outcomes for consumers and provide meaningful support to families and carers.
As an ISP Nurse, you will provide recovery-oriented, person-centred care to an allocated caseload of consumers with complex mental health needs. You will complete comprehensive assessments, coordinate care and develop individualised treatment and recovery plans in partnership with consumers, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team.
You will also contribute nursing-specific expertise and interventions to consumers across the broader service. ISP is a small, cohesive team where collaboration, shared clinical decision-making and an integrated approach to care are central to achieving positive outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
Providing recovery-oriented assessment, intervention and care coordination.
Developing and reviewing individualised care plans with consumers, families and carers.
Working collaboratively with psychiatrists, allied health clinicians and external service providers.
Supporting safe and coordinated transitions between services.
Providing nursing-specific assessment,



intervention and consultation.
Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Contributing to clinical governance, quality improvement and service development.
Practising in accordance with the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act **** and relevant professional and organisational standards.
Working within relevant clinical and service-delivery key performance indicators.
About you:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
A Bachelor's degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing or equivalent, or a Bachelor's degree in Nursing with a postgraduate qualification in psychiatric or mental health nursing.
A minimum of two years' experience in community mental health or a similar clinical setting.
Experience supporting consumers with complex mental health needs.
Knowledge of recovery-oriented practice and relevant mental health legislation.
Strong clinical assessment, care coordination and decision-making skills.
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
A current Victorian driver's licence and the ability to drive Western Health vehicles.
This role would suit a thoughtful and motivated mental health nurse who values teamwork, enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to providing high-quality care within a community setting.
Whyjoinus?
Compensation andbenefits




Market-competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning anddevelopmentopportunities
Communityimpact andinclusion
Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisationalculture andenvironment
Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready tomake animpact?
If you're passionate about providing high-quality care within a community mental health setting, we'd love to hear from you.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closingdate:
11:59pm on15 August ****.
Enquiries:
For further information about this role, contact Cassie Low via .
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
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📌 Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Intensive Support Program (Melbourne)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Melbourne