Clinical Nurse Consultant - Acute Adult Mental Health - Casey

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We are looking for a Clinical Nurse Consultant – Acute Adult Mental Health to join us on a part-time (64hrs per fortnight), permanent basis working out of Casey Hospital

About us 

Monash Health Mental Health Services provides a range of community, bed-based and specialist services covering the Casey, Cardinia, Greater Dandenong, Kingston and Monash LGAs – a population of nearly one million. The Program has a number of clinical units including three adult units (Casey, Dandenong and Clayton), an Early in Life Mental Health Service (comprising infant, child, and adolescent services), Young Persons’ Mental Health Service, Psychology and Specialist Services (PsySS), Drug & Alcohol service and Gender Dysphoria Clinic. Southern Synergy supports the Mental Health Programs with specialist research innovations. The clinical service is supported by an aligned operational structure to enable the provision of high quality service through the creation of clinical operational partnerships to support staff, patients, carers and their families, and a strong professional structure that supports the governance of the health professional workforce. 

Ward E is a 30 bed adult acute mental health unit that provides treatment, care and support during an acute phase of mental illness. The unit provides a range of therapeutic interventions and programs available to consumers and their families to learn more about the impact of the illness, explore ways to better manage the illness, improve coping strategies, moving towards recovery.

About the role  

The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) is a registered psychiatric nurse (RPN 5) responsible for assisting the Ward E Nurse Manager in developing, maintaining and evaluating clinical services delivery. The CNC will not directly supervise the Nurse Manager or nursing staff; however, they are to provide a consultancy service working collaboratively with the unit implementing specialist programs that supports nurses and consumers within the unit. 

They must demonstrate a sound knowledge of clinical capabilities that focuses on developing clinical nursing practices. Which includes evidence based practice mental health nursing care that embraces recovery orientated principles for consumers and their families. 

This senior Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) role provides leadership in implementing key Department of Health mental health initiatives, including Safewards, the Mental Health Intensive Care framework, and strategies to reduce restrictive interventions, with a strong focus on improving consumer and carer experiences while maintaining a safe care environment. Working closely with the Nurse Manager, the CNC delivers high-level clinical consultancy, supports complex care planning for high-risk consumers, and drives evidence-based, recovery-oriented practice within Ward E. The role plays a critical part in clinical governance, staff mentorship, service development, and quality improvement initiatives, while contributing to mental health reform, research, and education. The CNC fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with legislative standards and promoting safe, person-centred care across the service.

What you need 

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA, holding a Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing (or equivalent specialist undergraduate qualification) and a minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification mental health experience
• Demonstrated leadership capability with strong communication, relationship-building, and change management skills, alongside the ability to influence, coach, and support others
• Advanced clinical expertise in contemporary mental health practice, including recovery-oriented care, management of complex presentations, and sensory modulation in inpatient settings
• Highly organised and outcome-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work both independently and collaboratively, and apply evidence-based practice
• Meets mandatory employment requirements including a current Victorian Driver’s Licence, police and Working with Children checks, and compliance with immunisation and organisational standards

What we offer  

• Opportunity to work with a passionate and enthusiastic highly specialised multidisciplinary team  
• Access to Monash Health in-house learning portals to further expand your skills & knowledge base  
• Avenues to further develop your leadership & project management skills  
• Mentorship & career guidance  

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Kristy-Lee Allan on 0466 483 033

Position Description can be found here

Our Culture and Values 

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. 

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence. 

You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. 

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time. 

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.  

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close: 16 June 2026