The candidate would be a suitable fit for the advertised position if they hold current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and have an approved postgraduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing, or other qualifications and experience deemed appropriate by the organisation. The candidate should demonstrate strong expertise in mental health nursing, including the ability to provide safe, compassionate, culturally responsive and evidence-based care, together with a high level of critical thinking and clinical decision-making. They should also demonstrate strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders, and a sound understanding of clinical governance, ethical practice and confidentiality. The role requires a high level of emotional intelligence, including empathy, self-awareness and the ability to manage sensitive situations calmly and professionally, as well as resilience and composure when working in high-stress or crisis situations. Leadership capability, the ability to lead by example, inspire confidence and support best-practice mental health care are also essential to the role.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience or a combination of study and experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD





- Describe a time when you led a mental health unit through a period of high demand or significant operational change. How did you manage staffing, patient flow, and available resources to maintain safe, high-quality patient care while meeting service demands? What were the outcomes of your actions?

- Provide an example of a quality, safety, or performance issue you identified within a team you have led. Describe how you used critical thinking to manage the situation, address any staff or stakeholder concerns , implement improvements, and evaluate the outcome.

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- How to Apply

- Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact

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- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks

- 12% superannuation

- Salary packaging and novated leasing via

Smart Salary
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

- One extra day off each month for full-time employees

- Work-Life Balance

- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

- Paid maternity and parental leave

- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

- Grow Your Career

- Health & Wellbeing

- Discounted gym membership through

Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

- Vaccination Requirements

- Child Safe Employment

- South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the

Child Protected Standards

. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

- Temporary Positions

- For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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