Traralgon, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC Nursing - Psych, Forensic & Correctional Health (Healthcare & Medical) Full time Latrobe Regional Health offers a range of benefits. At LRH we believe in Better Care, Everywhere, for Everyone.
Our people are critical to our success. We want to build a reputation of having the best healthcare staff in Victoria. We will achieve this by ensuring we always provide safe and supportive environments for our people to learn, develop and flourish. Based in Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health is seeking an experienced and suitably qualified Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 4, Social Work Grade 3, Occupational Therapist Grade 3 or Psychologist Level 3 to join the Psychiatric Emergency Care Team in the Emergency Department and Mental Health Telephone Triage on a full time ongoing basis.
About You You will play an important role in undertaking a range of mental health clinical duties including the provision of high standard acute clinical assessment, evidence-based treatment and support for consumers experiencing significant mental health difficulties and their carers/families. We are looking for candidates with: Qualifications in either Mental Health Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Clinical Psychology Minimum 4 years post-registration experience in Mental Health Experience working in acute adult services, triage service and/or mental health emergency department The ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for mental health consumers Sound knowledge of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022, mental health conditions and treatment options Capacity to work effectively within a team structure and as a sole clinician Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external services Working knowledge of NSQHS Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team
About Us Located in the picturesque region of Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health
(LRH) offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne, stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and serene lakes. LRH cares for a population of about 300,000 and is the regional provider of specialist services. Our catchment covers 42,000 square kilometres, from Phillip Island to Mallacoota in the far east of Victoria. Now is an exciting time to join the LRH team, with the $223.5 million expansion recently completed, offering improved maternity and paediatric facilities, larger intensive care unit, increased medical and surgical beds and additional operating theatres. How to Apply Join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services to our community. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Applications should include a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and current resume. Application close: 23/10/2024
Before commencement, the successful applicant will:
Provide an original valid National Police Record Check Have an employee Working with Children Check Be vaccinated for three (3) doses of the Covid-19 vaccine and current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies
Diversity and Inclusion We actively embrace workforce diversity, equity and inclusion, and encourage applications from across our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr
