Registered Nurse - Psychogeriatric - Coffs Harbour Health Campus

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19
Hours Per Week: Various
Requisition ID: REQ664883
Advertising Closes: 24 June 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Australian Work Rights Visa). You must attach to your application in order to progress.

Make a real difference in the lives of older people experiencing complex mental health and dementia-related challenges while working within a supportive specialist community team.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse in Psychogeriatric Services, you will provide clinical assessment, care planning, and evidence-based nursing interventions for older people with complex mental health conditions and dementia. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you'll support clients, families, and carers to achieve the best possible health outcomes while delivering high-quality, person-centred care in the community.

About You

You are a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration and experience in aged care, mental health, or community nursing. You have strong assessment and communication skills, sound clinical judgement, and a passion for supporting older people with complex needs. Experience working with dementia and BPSD, knowledge of My Aged Care, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively will be highly regarded. A current NSW Driver's Licence is essential.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.