Research and Clinic Nurse

The Role

As a Research and Clinic Nurse, you will support the delivery of specialised neurostimulation and interventional psychiatry services, while assisting with research activities and participant care. Treatments may include esketamine/ketamine therapies, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS).

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high-quality patient and participant care throughout the treatment journey.
• Conducting patient assessments and supporting ongoing monitoring and follow-up.
• Coordinating appointments, referrals, and clinical communications.
• Delivering approved treatments and research procedures within scope of practice and credentialling.
• Maintaining accurate clinical and research records.
• Supporting data collection, reporting, and research activities.
• Responding to enquiries from patients, participants, and referrers.
• Contributing to a safe, collaborative, and patient-focused clinic environment.
• Participating in continuous quality improvement and professional development activities.

About You

You are a compassionate and organised Registered Nurse who enjoys working collaboratively and values evidence-based practice.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience maintaining accurate clinical documentation and records.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to patient-centred care, confidentiality, and safety.
• Research experience, or an interest in supporting clinical research activities.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications

Desirable:

• Experience working within mental health services.
• Exposure to interventional psychiatry or neurostimulation treatments, including ketamine, TMS, or tDCS.

Inclusion at BDI

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience where all candidates can fully participate in the process.

We warmly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, culturally and racially diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others from underrepresented backgrounds.

We recognise that not everyone has had equal access to opportunities, and valuable skills and perspectives can be gained through diverse life experiences.

If this role excites you but you don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply as your lived experience and insights are important to us.

Accessibility

If you have accessibility requirements or require information in an alternative format, please email workplaceadjustments@blackdog.org.au using the subject line: Research and Clinic Nurse enquiry via EthicalJobs or phone 02 9382 4530 

Privacy

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