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 **** to 10 January **** (approximately 7 weeks), offering an opportunity to deliver community-based mental health care in a structured, supportive setting. 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
Strong 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 ****, 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) (North Mackay)
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