Wellington Correctional Centre in NSW is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 (Mental Health) to join its correctional health team on a contract basis.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position running until 30 June ****, offering an opportunity to deliver specialised mental health nursing in a unique and challenging correctional setting.
The role starts as soon as a suitable candidate is identified, and successful applicants will need to arrange their own travel and accommodation to the Wellington location.
Specialised mental health nursing in a correctional health setting, managing complex presentations and risk assessments
CNS Grade 2-level clinical leadership, including advanced assessment, care coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration
Fixed-term contract until 30 June ****, with the flexibility of a defined end date
Preferred Requirements
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with demonstrated mental health nursing experience or relevant qualifications




Proven capability at CNS Grade 2 level, including advanced clinical assessment and therapeutic intervention skills
Experience managing complex mental health presentations, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams
Ability to work effectively in a correctional health environment and meet security clearance requirements
Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a secure setting
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, with current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Post-graduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing or substantial demonstrated experience in mental health nursing practice
Familiarity with correctional health environments or experience working in secure or regulated clinical settings
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📌 Cnc - Wellington - Mental Health (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales