- Develop mental health assessment and treatment skills
- Career progression opportunities are supported
- Work in a dynamic team environment
- Commitment to service improvement activities
- Undertake MSE's and risk assessments
- Provide information and education to clients, family and significant others
- Provide accurate and timely documentation
- Participate in unit portfolio's in discussion with NUM
- Work towards achieving organisational and unit objectives
- Hold a current Nursing Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse Div 1
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, manage competing priorities and meet varied deadlines in a timely manner
- Relevant experience in, and ongoing commitment to the delivery of evidence based best practice and family inclusive treatments for a person with a mental health disorder
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated awareness of relevant legislation and related rights and responsibilities
- Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
- Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
- Discounted on-site parking
- Access to discounted health club membership
- Staff rewards and recognition programs
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Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Ballarat, Australia - Ballarat Health Services
Description
About the role
The Adult Acute Unit is a 23-bed acute inpatient facility, offering intensive, short-term mental health treatment for people in the Grampians region. It is a dynamic area of mental health, striving to provide the highest standards of care for the community while maintaining a commitment to a continuously improving clinical environment. The Adult Acute Unit (AAU) is a critical component of mental health services in the Grampians region, providing a crucial 23-bed acute inpatient facility for individuals in need of intensive, short-term mental health treatment. This facility plays a pivotal role in the community, ensuring that individuals facing acute mental health crises receive the care and support they require.The Adult Acute Unit offers continuing professional development with scheduled, regular sessions and individual/group sessions provided as needed with acute mental health educators. All staff are supported by a strong team culture, and staff new to the Mental Health field are provided with training and support to further develop skills.
As part of wider mental health services, AAU implements safewards principles (a model designed to improve safety of everyone in the environment by reducing conflict and flashpoints) and commence recovery-oriented practice.
Key Responsibilities
Skills and experience
Culture & Benefits
At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.
Ballarat Region
Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the states fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australia's most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia's most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes.
Overall, Ballarat offers a high quality of life, with a balance or urban conveniences and a relaxed atmosphere. It's an attractive option for those seeking a quieter, family-friendly lifestyle without sacrificing essential amenities and opportunities. The surrounding region is characterized by picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills and scenic countryside. This natural beauty provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and exploring national parks.
Ballarat is close enough to Melbourne (approximately 100 kilometres away) to benefit from the amenities of a major city while offering a more relaxed and less congested lifestyle.
About Grampians Health
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell.
Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.