Registered Nurse, Child and Adolescent Mental Health – Northern NSW, Australia

Northern NSW Local Health District – Brisbane QLD

Relocate to Northern NSW and build a rewarding career supporting the mental health and wellbeing of young people and their families. Join a specialist team where collaboration, learning and compassionate care are at the heart of what we do.

Relocate to the beautiful Northern Rivers region of NSW

Help support the recovery and wellbeing of children, adolescents and their families

Competitive salary, advantages and relocation support

Employment Type:Permanent full or part time
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum, pro rata + super
Hours Per Week:up to 38
Requisition ID:REQ683275

Applicants must have valid working rights in Australia

You may be eligible for the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information, please contact***@health.nsw.gov.auor visitCareers Incentives Package

- Relocate to the beautiful Northern Rivers region of NSW
- Help support the recovery and wellbeing of children, adolescents and their families
- Competitive salary, perks and relocation support

Employment Type:Permanent full or part time
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum, pro rata + super
Hours Per Week:up to 38
Requisition ID:REQ683275

Applicants must have valid working rights in Australia

You may be eligible for the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information, please contact***@health.nsw.gov.auor visitCareers Incentives Package

Additional benefits





You’ll also have access to a range of benefits, including:

- Salary packaging and novated leasing to increase your take-home pay
- Fitness discounts and wellbeing initiatives to support a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate
- Comprehensive orientation, mentoring and ongoing professional development
- Relocation assistance may be provided to eligible applicants
- Access to diverse career opportunities across hospitals, community and specialist health services throughout Northern NSW
- A supportive, inclusive and collaborative team culture
- Support to settle into the region through The Welcome Experience for you and your family

About the role

Kamala Child and Adolescent Mental Health Inpatient Unit is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our team in Lismore.

Supporting young people and their families across Northern NSW and the Mid North Coast, Kamala provides specialist inpatient mental health care in a warm, collaborative, and recovery-focused environment. As a Registered Nurse, you'll work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, education professionals, and creative therapists to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.





Whether you're experienced in mental health nursing or looking to develop your skills in this rewarding specialty, you'll be supported. We offer comprehensive orientation, on-the-job learning, mentorship, and ongoing professional development opportunities to help you build confidence and advance your career.

Kamala is a high-performing and award-winning service, recognised for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

What you’ll love

- Work in a specialist child and adolescent mental health inpatient unit supporting young people and their families
- Be part of a highly regarded multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, innovation and recovery-focused care
- Grow your mental health nursing expertise through mentorship, professional development and hands-on learning opportunities

Role requirements

This opportunity may suit you if you:

- Are a qualified Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration (or eligibility)
- Have an interest in, or experience working with, children, adolescents and their families
- Value teamwork and enjoy working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment
- Are committed to delivering safe, recovery-focused and person-centred care
- Have valid working rights in Australia

For more information, please contact the NAMS Recruitment team at ***@health.nsw.gov.au

Relocating to the region?

The Northern Rivers offers a slower pace of life, strong community connections and access to hinterland, rainforest, national parks, rivers and outdoor activities.

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📌 Registered Nurse, Child and Adolescent Mental Health – Northern NSW, Australia (Brisbane)
🏢 Northern NSW Local Health District
📍 Brisbane