Clinical Nurse Consultant (Gde 1) - Mental Health Emergency Department - Casual

We are seeking an experienced and motivated mental health clinician who thrives in a fast-paced Emergency Department environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care. This role will suit a team-oriented leader with strong clinical expertise, a commitment to service improvement, and the ability to support positive outcomes for consumers, carers, and the broader health service.

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). At least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and in addition who has approved post registration nursing/midwifery qualifications relevant to the field in which the employee is appointed, or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.

Demonstrated evidence of strategies used to maintain current knowledge of clinical practice advances and research in the relevant specialty.

Demonstrated ability to apply expert knowledge to provide safe compassionate quality care that is culturally responsive.

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs.





Demonstrated advanced knowledge and clinical expertise in mental health assessment, risk assessment, crisis intervention, and care planning, with the ability to provide expert consultation and leadership in the management of consumers presenting with complex mental health needs within an emergency department setting.

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

- 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
- **********@health.nsw.gov.au
- 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.

Aboriginal Workforce





More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

12% superannuation

Salary packaging and novated leasing via

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

Discounted gym membership through

- 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

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 implementingthe
- Child Safe 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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📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant (Gde 1) - Mental Health Emergency Department - Casual (City of Liverpool)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 City of Liverpool