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Team Leader Emergency Psychiatry (RPN5)


Company : The Alfred


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-04-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.Position: Fixed Term Full Time (1.0 EFT / 80 Hours), 12 Month MAT Leave CoverSalary Package: $126,885.20 + SuperannuationLocation: The AlfredBenefits: Great Staff BenefitsAbout the roleThe Team Leader will be responsible for the coordination of care of mental health presentations in the Emergency & Trauma Centre (E&TC). This includes ensuring the cohort of patients admitted to the West Wing receive safe, quality care and achieve the goals for admission when admitted under a BISSU bed card. They will provide clinical leadership to the nursing staff working in E&TC and in EPS and will provide expert advice to guide decision making regarding disposition within the department. The Team Leader will ensure prompt attendance at Behaviour of Concern (BOC) call-outs, provide expert advice regarding immediate care needs for patients arriving at the BOC Assessment room or presenting to Streaming. They will serve as a role model for professional practice with demonstrated capacity to translate policy into practice and exhibit effective communication of expected standards. The capacity to undertake and contribute to service development and quality projects is essential. The Team Leader will work across 7 days (0800-1630hrs), supporting the Clinical Nurse Manager CLE, to ensure patients receive timely assessment, investigations and appropriate disposition. They will be the first point of escalation within the department.About youMinimum Requirements:Registration with the AHPRA as a registered nurse with tertiary qualifications in mental health nursing postgraduate diploma equivalent as a minimum.Minimum of 5 years post graduate experience including having worked within a mental health team within an Emergency Department or with an Emergency Psychiatry team.Desirable:Other relevant tertiary qualification or working towards, in relevant areas such as drug and alcohol, psychosocial, or therapeutic interventions.BenefitsSalary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.Flexible Health Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.On-site Car & Bike Parking.Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport.Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Childrens Services.If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date. Any queries please contact Sarah Barbuto, acting Clinical Manager CL & EPS on s.barbuto@alfred.org.au.Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Thursday 10th April 2025Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged. In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the departments risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.Website: www.alfredhealth.org.auAbout the companyThe Alfred Hospital, also known as The Alfred or Alfred Hospital, is a leading tertiary teaching hospital in Melbourne, Victoria. #J-18808-Ljbffr