Are you a committed Mental Health Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting?
We're seeking a Part time Mental Health Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team at Lavarack Health Centre, delivering high-quality, person-centred mental health care to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel.
Enjoy working Thursday and Friday *********, supportive colleagues, and an environment that values empathy, collaboration, and clinical excellence.What's On OfferCompetitive salary- attractive remuneration aligned to experience and market ratesQuality patient centred care -low acuity in a secure ADF settingWork-life balance-predictable hours Thursday and Friday **** to ****Civilian Role -be part of the mission without wearing the uniformProgress your learning -Paid CPD leave, reservist/volunteer leavePractical Perks- Free in office parking and uniforms providedWellbeing support - Mental health resourcesand lifestyle discountsAbout The Lavarack Health CentreLavarack Health Centre is located in Townsville at Lavarack Barracks, the largest Army base in Australia.
It includes the Operational Deployment Force and facilities to undertake mission rehearsal exercises prior to deployment.
The facility provides primary medical, underwater medical, surgical outpatient, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health, and pharmaceutical care to approximately **** members.




It also operates a 24/7 inpatient low dependency ward.
The standard operating hours of the centre are generally ********* Monday – FridayWhat You'll DoDeliver high-quality mental health care to Defence membersConductingfitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care.Undertaking assessments, interventions, managing medications, formulating treatment and care plans for individuals and group education sessionsWork collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environmentwhere patientwellness is paramountWhat You BringUnrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered NurseCredentialing with ACMHN or Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing (or recognised international equivalent)Minimum two years' post-graduate mental health experience, including comprehensive assessments and delivery of 'Focussed Psychological Strategies'Comprehensive assessment skills and experience in 'Focussed Psychological Strategies' and 'Psychological Therapy' as per Medicare ScheduleCurrent CPR certification (HLTAID009)Australian Citizenshiprequired to obtain Baseline Security ClearanceCommitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred careWho We AreSerco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.
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📌 Mental Health Registered Nurse (Townsville)
🏢 Serco
📍 Townsville