Currumbin Clinic is a 104-bed private mental health facility delivering high-quality care and positive patient outcomes. We are widely regarded as a centre of excellence in mental health on the Gold Coast.

Our team of Psychiatrists, Medical, Nursing, and Allied Health staff provide expert care in the management and treatment of acute mental health disorders. We also maintain an active Consumer and Carer network. Our holistic approach to treatment addresses the biopsychosocial aspects of client care within a safe and supportive environment. Patients may be treated as inpatients or day patients depending on their individual needs and preferences.

Located on the southern Gold Coast, Currumbin Clinic offers a discrete and private landscaped workplace. Our surroundings are designed to promote care in the least restrictive manner while maintaining patient safety as our highest priority. This is achieved in a way that allows patients to feel relaxed and comfortable.

This is an exciting time to join our team at Currumbin Clinic, with the opportunity to gain experience across a wide range of mental health specialties and sub-specialties.

Currumbin offers diverse educational and training opportunities, supporting a career in adult mental health with scope for both personal and professional growth.

Graduate Nurse Program Currumbin Clinic is offering an exciting opportunity for

Registered Nurses

to participate in our

12-month Graduate Nurse Program , commencing

February 2026 .

Successful applicants will be supported through a structured 12-month learning program specialising in mental health.



This includes clinical rotations across our general and specialty inpatient units such as

Mood and Anxiety ,

Recovery ,

Addictions , and

Dual Diagnosis .

Eligibility Requirements

Must be available to commence

February 2026 , upon registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Willing and available to work up to

0.8 FTE

(64-hour fortnight) for the full 12-month program

Available to work all shifts:

AM (0700–1530), PM (1300–2130), and ND (2100–0730)

Demonstrated genuine interest in a career in

acute mental health nursing

Awareness and application of legislation affecting nursing practice and health care

Strong focus on patient-centred, evidence-based care

Ability to conduct comprehensive and systematic nursing assessments

Demonstrated high standards of professional and ethical practice

Excellent collaboration and consultation skills with individuals, groups, families, and multidisciplinary teams

Commitment to service improvement and ongoing professional development to deliver excellent patient care and positive health outcomes

Application Process Please submit a

cover letter

(including your





Statement of Capability ) and a

current resume .

Your Statement of Capability must address the following questions:

Professional Boundaries

a. What are professional boundaries and what governs them?

b. Why is there an emphasis on qualified boundaries in mental health?

De-escalation

a. What is your understanding of de-escalation? Please be specific in identifying strategies and techniques.

b. Why is it important to learn this skill in mental health nursing?

c. Do you have any past experience in a clinical setting regarding de-escalation?

d. If yes, what strategies did you use and what was the outcome?

Conflict Resolution

a. Please explain how you would resolve a conflict situation with your team or a team member in the workplace.

Career Goals

a. What is your 2–3 year plan in your nursing career?

This is an exciting opportunity and a privilege to expand your mental health nursing skills and gain experience in

acute mental health care

at

Currumbin Clinic .

Successful applicants will be shortlisted and contacted for an interview.

Please note:

Applications

without a Statement of Capability

will not be considered.

Submit applications to: Erica Harding

Clinical Nurse Educator

*****@aurorahealth.com.au

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