CCLHD - Registered Nurse - Mental Health Team Gosford

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, and Temporary Full-Time, Part-Time, & Job Share, until 17th January and 30th May 2027
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour, $1,566.70 - $2,199.59 per week
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ682718
Applications Close: Sunday, 9 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Some of the positions available are maternity relief positions and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

Join a team committed to safe, modern, person-centred mental health care.

Our Inpatient Mental Health Unit at Gosford Hospital is strengthening its team, and we’re looking for Registered Nurses with Mental Health experience or Registered Nurses who have a passionate interest in Mental Health, who take pride in delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented care.

This is a service undergoing positive cultural shift, supported by strong leadership and clear expectations, a great time to join, contribute, and help shape the future of mental health care at CCLHD.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

A team committed to growth and accountability.

Work with a leadership group who genuinely care about teamwork, communication and building a positive, stable culture grounded in safety, consistency and respect.

Clinical variety & meaningful impact

Our GMHIU cares for consumers with a broad range of mental health presentations. Every shift makes a difference. You will use (and grow) your skills in:

• Acute mental health assessment.
• De-escalation.
• Therapeutic engagement.
• Trauma-informed care.
• Medication management.
• Collaborative care planning.

Supportive onboarding & education

We know mental health nursing is demanding; that’s why we offer:

• Structured orientation.
• Regular in-service education.
• Access to NSW Health MH training, My Health Learning & specialty pathways.
• Clinical supervision opportunities.

Career pathways in Mental Health

You can build a career across:

• Acute Inpatient MH.
• Community MH.
• Older Persons MH.
• ED MH Liaison.
• Specialist services.
• Leadership & CNS development.

Flexible employment & rosters

• Permanent & temporary contracts.
• Full-time, part-time, & job share.
• 6-week rotating roster with 8- and 10-hour shift profiles.

About the Role

As a Mental Health RN, you will:

• Deliver safe, compassionate, recovery-oriented nursing care.
• Conduct mental state assessments and risk assessments.
• Respond to acute behavioural escalation using trauma-informed approaches.
• Maintain clinical documentation aligned with policy and the Mental Health Act.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, allied health, medical officers and peer workers.
• Contribute to a unit culture of respect, accountability and teamwork.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description 

About You

You are a Registered Nurse who:

• Has experience in mental health (inpatient or community).
• Communicates with clarity, calmness and compassion.
• Values teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Brings resilience, critical thinking and professional boundaries.
• Wants to be part of a service focused on achieving stability and cultural uplift.

Whether you’re an experienced Mental Health RN or ready for the next step in your MH career, we want to hear from you. We offer an extensive MH training package and support staff if they are passionate and interested in transitioning into MH.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Previous applicants need not apply.

What You’ll Be Part Of

A growing service that:

• Is investing in stability, leadership and culture
• Is committed to best-practice MH care
• Makes a real difference to consumers, families and our community
• Works closely with ED, community teams and specialist services

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?
Therese Northcott
Phone: 02 4320 2***
Email: ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3*** for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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