Clinical Nurse (Mental Health Clinician)

About the opportunity  

The Clinical Nurse in the Acute Care Team (ACT), Mental Health Service Group provides Mental Health triage, assessment and consultation liaison for all consumers referred to the ACT. 

The position will be required to work collaboratively with consumers and multidisciplinary professionals to provide mental health assessment, intervention and consultation, mobile crisis response and case management duties as required in accordance with professional standards and legislation consistent with the 10 Year Mental Health Strategy for Queensland and the National Standards for Mental Health Services in the Mental Health Acute Care Team.

The role is either permanent full-time or part-time role.  

Role requirements

• Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
• Highly Desirable:
  • Possession of or working towards a relevant post-registration and/or tertiary qualifications in mental health nursing. 
  • Credentialed status (or willingness to undertake and complete requirements) with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses.
  • Eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) under the Mental Health Act 2016.
• All staff within the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the Service.
• This is a VPD risk role. 

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:

• Comprehensively assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care at an advanced level within a complex environment.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with team members, patients and other stakeholders, including participation in relevant networks to achieve work unit outcomes.
• Provide nursing leadership in the clinical and professional setting including the role modelling of effective communication and problem solving.
• Use information and reporting systems appropriate to the position in order to achieve outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide clinical education and support at an advanced level and demonstrate own professional development.

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $4368.80 - $4678.10 p.f. / $57.48  - $61.55 p.h. (NG6-1)
• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Allowances
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options available

Apply now

Enquiries are welcome: Patricia Shirkie (07) 4433 9480

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV685813

Applications close:  Thursday, 9 July 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description for application/interview preparation and future reference.