Mental Health Nurse (Forensic) | Sydney, NSW | Move to Australia
Location:
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Are you a
Registered Mental Health Nurse with Forensic experience
looking for an exciting opportunity to live and work in Australia?
For over 20 years,
ICE Group Healthcare
has been supporting nurses in making the move to Australia and building successful careers across New South Wales health services.
We are seeking experienced
Forensic Mental Health Nurses
to join
Forensic Mental Health Services
in Sydney.
This is an outstanding opportunity to further your career within a highly respected mental health service while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle that Sydney has to offer.
Why Choose Sydney?
Sydney offers the perfect balance of career development and lifestyle.
Work with experienced multidisciplinary teams in secure forensic mental health settings while enjoying everything Australia's most iconic city has to offer.
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary and penalty rates
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Comprehensive orientation and onboarding support
Exposure to specialist forensic mental health practice
Work alongside experienced psychiatrists, psychologists, and allied health professionals
Beautiful beaches and outdoor lifestyle
Excellent public transport and city amenities
Diverse cultural and dining experiences
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Supportive multidisciplinary team workplace
About the Role
As a
Forensic Mental Health Nurse
, you will provide high-quality,



recovery-focused care within secure and specialist forensic mental health settings.
You will work with consumers presenting with complex mental health needs while contributing to a safe therapeutic environment that supports rehabilitation and recovery.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive mental health, risk, and forensic assessments
Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions
Develop and implement recovery-focused care plans
Administer and monitor medications safely
Maintain therapeutic engagement with consumers in secure environments
Participate in risk assessment and risk management processes
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on treatment and rehabilitation planning
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and care records
Support consumers throughout their recovery journey while promoting safety and wellbeing
Requirements
Registered Nurse qualification
Minimum 2 years post-registration Mental Health Nursing experience
Experience in forensic, secure, inpatient, acute, correctional, or high-dependency mental health settings
Eligible for, or currently holding, AHPRA registration
Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to manage complex presentations within secure mental health environments
Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development
Desirable
Previous Forensic Mental Health Nursing experience
Experience working within correctional health, secure units, or forensic services
Knowledge of trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care models
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