Registered Nurse

Are you a passionate Mental Health RN looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique Primary healthcare setting ?   

We’re looking for casual  Mental Health RNs who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality care to Defence members.  

What’s on offer  

• Competitive salary - attractive remuneration aligned to experience and market rates 
• Quality patient centred care - low acuity in a secure ADF setting 
• Work-life balance - predictable hours  
• Civilian Role - be part of the mission without wearing the uniform  
• Progress your learning - Paid CPD leave, reservist/volunteer leave  
• Practical Perks - Free on-site parking and uniforms provided  
• Wellbeing support - Mental health resources and lifestyle discounts  

About Canungra Health Centre  

Canungra Health Centre is located a short drive from the Gold Coast and on Kokoda Barracks.  This is where officers and soldiers in the Australian Army Intelligence Corps complete their initial employment training, and all-corps training is conducted throughout officer and soldier careers.  It was established in 1942 for Army jungle warfare and infantry training.  It was closed from 1948 – 1954, however reactivated during the Vietnam War.  Services provided include primary medical, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health and pharmaceutical services. Standard operating hours of the centre are generally 0700-1630 Monday – Friday

What you’ll do  

• Deliver high-quality mental health care to Defence members  
• Conducting fitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care. 
• Undertaking assessments, interventions, managing medications, formulating treatment and care plans for individuals and group education sessions  
• Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment where patient wellness is paramount   

What you bring  

• Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• One of the following: ACMHN credentialed, Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing, Mental Health trained nurse / UK trained undergraduate Mental Health Nurse
• Minimum two years’ Post RN general registration experience within last five years in mental health within a Primary Healthcare Setting or Specialist Mental Health Setting  
• Comprehensive assessment skills and experience in ‘Focussed Psychological Strategies’ and ‘Psychological Therapy’ as per Medicare Schedule  
• Current CPR certification (HLTAID009) 
• Australian Citizenship required  to obtain Baseline Security Clearance
• Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care  

Who we are  

Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.  

 Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.