CN - Mackay Base - Mental Health - Continuing Care Team (CCT)

Mackay Base Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nurse specialising in Mental Health to join the Continuing Care Team at Mackay Community Health Centre. This is a contract position running from 23 November 2026 to 10 January 2027 (approximately 7 weeks), offering an opportunity to deliver community-based mental health care in a structured, supportive environment. Working Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, the successful candidate will provide case management and clinical support to clients in the community, bringing hands-on mental health experience and a commitment to continuity of care.

- Community-based mental health case management with direct client contact and clinical assessment
- Fixed-term contract, 7 weeks, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (up to 80 hours per fortnight)
- Grade 6 position within Queensland Health, based at Mackay Community Health Centre

Preferred Requirements





- Demonstrated experience in mental health community case management
- Competence in performing and interpreting electrocardiograms (ECGs)
- Ability to administer intramuscular injections safely and confidently
- Sound clinical assessment skills and the ability to work autonomously within a community setting
- Robust communication and documentation practices aligned with health service standards

Preferred Qualifications

- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Formal qualification or demonstrated competency in mental health nursing practice
- Familiarity with Queensland Health systems (CHIMA, ieMR) and the Mental Health Act 2016, or willingness to learn; prior experience in Queensland Health or Mackay Health and Hospital Service is advantageous

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📌 CN - Mackay Base - Mental Health - Continuing Care Team (CCT)
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