Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 pa (+ superannuation + )
Location: Dubbo NSW -
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 30 August 2026 - 11:59pm

Registered Nurse - Mental Health Inpatients Unit
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Dubbo

About the role
The Dubbo Mental Health Inpatient Units are looking for a Registered Nurse to join the team, to deliver safe, high-quality care to individuals experiencing mental illness, emotional distress, crisis, life transitions, or other mental health challenges.

Working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, you will provide person-centred care using contemporary nursing practice, evidence-based approaches and recovery-oriented principles. The role offers the opportunity to develop your skills while working alongside experienced mental health professionals who are committed to achieving positive outcomes for consumers and their families.

Based within Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Services at Dubbo and forming part of Western NSW Local Health District, this position offers the chance to build a rewarding career in mental health nursing while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of regional NSW. With a robust focus on professional development, teamwork and clinical excellence, you will be supported to grow your knowledge and expertise while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those accessing mental health services.

If you are passionate about mental health nursing and are looking for a rewarding role within a supportive and progressive team, we would love to hear from you.

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Role-related enquiries: Please contact Rebecca Wetton on 02 6809 8400 or at for more information.

All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under . Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit:

Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

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📌 Registered Nurse - Mental Health Inpatient Units (Dubbo)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Dubbo