Transitional Nurse Practitioner

Employment Type : PermanentPart TimeLocation: Nepean HospitalHours Per Week : 20Requisition ID : REQ Applications Close: 26/01/2026Position Classification & Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2: $68.50 - $69.86 per hourNurse Practitioner: $72.55 - $77.68 per hour With CORE Values of C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowermentworking with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunityto succeed and develop in your chosen career role. About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.Introducing the Nepean Adolescent Mental Health Unit (NAHMU), a fresh, purpose built 10-bed facility dedicated to supporting adolescents aged 12 to 17 who are navigating complex and severe mental health challenges. This state-of-the-art inpatient unit is the newest chapter in the Child, Youth and Family Mental Health (CYFMH) story, expanding its reach to provide compassionate, specialised care from the earliest stages of life through to young adulthood. NAHMU isn’t just a place of healing, it’s a vital step forward in empowering young people and their families with the support they need, when they need it most.Step into a role where your advanced clinical expertise can truly shape the future of youth mental health care. We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Nurse Practitioner or Transitional Nurse Practitioner to join our CYF‑MH team, where innovation, autonomy, and collaboration come together to deliver exceptional care to young people and their families.In this pivotal position, you will operate both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, drawing on your advanced training to assess and manage consumers experiencing mental illness. Your clinical authority will enable you to provide comprehensive care, including conducting assessments, prescribing medications, ordering diagnostic investigations, and coordinating referrals to other health care professionals. You will be a key contributor to state‑wide collaboration, working closely with departments across NBMLHD and beyond to ensure seamless, high‑quality service delivery.If you’re ready to take the next step in your advanced practice career and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape a brighter, healthier future. Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here. What you will bring to the role Registered Nurse Division 1 with AHPRA including endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner or working towards same as per the NMBA Guidelines on endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner, with evidence of eligibility to attain authorisation within 2 years. Post Graduate qualifications in Mental Health Nursing or relevant clinical specialty. Demonstrated high level knowledge and advanced clinical nursing skills including comprehensive assessment, interpretation of diagnostics, implementation of treatment modalities and relevant referral skills applied to a broad range of challenging, complex and changing situations. Demonstrated understanding of Child and Adolescent Mental Health and ability to lead and implement changes and develop direction in clinical practice by the initiation, utilisation, and review of evidence-based research. Proven high level knowledge and expertise in complex patient centered consultancy, practice development activities including mentoring, education, active participation in communities of practice, policy development and quality improvement. Demonstrated advanced Clinical Leadership role, Negotiation, Liaison, Interpersonal and problem-solving skills across Child, Youth and Family Mental Health services. Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and accountability whilst working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Current Drivers License and willingness to use for work purpose travel. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Marita Schwendler on #J-18808-Ljbffr