Registered Nurse – Mental Health

Hollywood Private Hospital, Nedlands

• Permanent full time and part time position! Enjoy flexible hours for better work life balance!
• We care about YOU! Access counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance
• Enjoy benefits such as paid parental leave, study leave and the option to buy extra annual leave.

About the Role

Exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses to become part of dynamic Mental Health Crisis and rehabilitation ward at Hollywood Private Hospital – at the Ramsay Clinic Hollywood.

You will be joining our Edis and Ferguson Ward. We are looking for a Registered Nurse experienced in mental health Care.

• Ferguson ward provides specialised care for individuals suffering from eating disorders, under our dedicated Eating Disorder Program team, we also support inpatient care for individuals suffering from addiction, under the Addiction Harm and Recovery Team.
• Edis ward provides care specialised for individuals suffering with Major Depressive Disorder and in providing Electro-convulsive Therapy (ECT) where suitable.
• Both wards additionally support needs of individuals with a range of mental health disorders including but limited to Personality disorders, Anxiety and stress related disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Bi-Polar disorder.

About You

To excel in this position, you should bring a strong clinical skillset in a hospital setting, including skills in;

• Assessment: Conducting initial and ongoing assessments of patients' mental health status and needs.
• Care Planning: Developing individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Therapeutic Communication: Engaging in supportive conversations to help patients express their feelings and concerns.
• Medication Management: Administering medications, monitoring their effects, and educating patients about their use.
• Crisis Intervention: Responding to emergencies and providing immediate support to patients in crisis.
• Psychoeducation: Teaching patients and their families about mental health conditions and coping strategies.
• Monitoring Progress: Tracking patients’ progress toward their goals and adjusting care plans as necessary.
• Collaboration: Working with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers.
• Documentation: Keeping accurate and detailed records of patient interactions, assessments, and treatment plans.
• Advocacy: Advocating for patients' rights and needs within the healthcare system and Community Engagement: Connecting patients with community resources and support services.

Key demonstrations:

• Current registration with AHPRA
• Eating Disorder services Experience
• Alcohol and Drug addiction services Experience
• ECT Experience
• Mood Disorders services experience.

Remuneration: On offer is a full-time equivalent, base annual salary ranging from $74,704.04- $98,304.19+ superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (WA gr1-gr8)

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression. 

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7. 

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

The Hospital

Hollywood Private Hospital is a modern, acute care hospital in Nedlands and enjoys a strong reputation for excellence in patient care. With more than 900 licensed beds, Hollywood Private Hospital is the State’s largest private hospital based on bed numbers.

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• Depending on the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases, which may include Covid-19.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Georgina Riley, Clinical Nurse Manager via email at RileyG@ramsayhealth.com.au or Francie Howard Clinical Nurse Manager (Edis Ward) via email Howardf@ramsayhealth.com.au

Applications close: 11 October 2024