A key part of the role is building robust connections between generalist and mental health services across hospital, community, public and private settings.
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Key responsibilities
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You will provide specialist advice, education and support to build the confidence and capability of staff to recognise and respond to the mental health needs of patients.
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As a CL Nurse, you will provide expert mental health assessment and intervention to patients and their families, while working closely with generalist clinical teams to develop person-centred plans of care.
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You will also act as a trusted mental health resource across Barwon Health, contributing to mental health education, projects and policy development while promoting best-practice care.
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Deliver expert clinical care through recovery-oriented mental health and AOD assessment, risk assessment, brief interventions, care planning and appropriate referrals for patients and families.
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What you need
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Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing and current AHPRA registration.
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Significant experience and demonstrated advanced skills in mental health and AOD assessment and treatment.
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Postgraduate qualifications in clinical practice and/or leadership are desirable.
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