Registered Nurse – Mental Health & Dementia Care

About the role

The Roy Fagan Centre is seeking Registered Nurses (Grade 3–4) to deliver person‑centred, trauma‑informed care for older adults with complex mental health and neuropsychiatric needs. You will join a multidisciplinary team working across four purpose‑built units, providing a supportive environment for both staff and patients.

Key responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care aligned with national mental health standards.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, nutrition, mobility and comfort.
• Conduct therapeutic communication, biopsychosocial assessments and collaborative care planning.
• Participate in clinical education, quality‑improvement initiatives and leadership activities.
• Work a 12‑hour shift pattern (two days on, two days off) to ensure continuity of care.

Required profile

• Registered Nurse qualification, eligible to practice in Australia.
• Experience or interest in mental health, dementia, or geriatric nursing.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and leadership progression.

Required skills

What we offer

• Structured supervision, mentoring and professional development pathways.
• Opportunities for advancement to Grade 4 through formal capability assessment.
• Supportive culture emphasizing kindness, inclusivity and relational care.
• Full‑time permanent employment with a balanced shift roster.