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Mental Health Nurse – PR186/SID482 Visa – Regional / Rural (Far West LHD)
Join the Far West Local Health District and make a real difference in some of Australia’s most unique and welcoming communities. Embrace a lifestyle that balances meaningful work with adventure, connection, and community.
A career in the Far West LHD offers nurses a diverse and dynamic experience across a wide range of clinical settings, from emergency and primary care to community and mental health services. You’ll gain valuable skills working with varied populations and health challenges, all while supported by ongoing professional development and opportunities for advancement.
Incentives include:
- 6 months paid accommodation
- Up to $10,000AUD bonus after 12 months
- Travel from Sydney to Broken Hill
- Primary Applicants Visa costs reimbursed
Candidate Requirements:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse with relevant qualifications
- 2-3 years post qualifying experience
- Hold, or be eligible for, AHPRA registration (Our team can guide you through the process.)
- ANMAC (Mental health code) for PR Pathway
- Strong critical thinking and clinical assessment skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice
Job/Role responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk assessments to support accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Deliver evidence‑based therapeutic interventions and support patients through recovery‑focused, person‑centred care.
- Administer and monitor medications, ensuring safe practice, documentation, and reporting of side effects or changes in presentation.
- Respond to acute / forensic mental health crises, using de‑escalation techniques and collaborating with crisis teams to ensure patient and staff safety.
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, contributing to case meetings, discharge planning, and ongoing coordination of care.
Next Steps – Join Us in Australia!
If you’re ready for an exciting career move, contact us today to discuss your options and receive more information about the application process. Our team will support you ensuring a smooth transition.
Take the first step toward an adventure in the Far West NSW . Register with ICE Group today directly through our website or contact us on +353 91 475100 or email nurse@icegroup.ie to start the conversation around moving to Australia!