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Clinical Nurse Consultant - Queensland Fixated Threat Assessment Centre
Metro North Mental Health. Brisbane
Temporary full time opportunity to conduct risk triage and mental health screening assessments in collaboration with Queensland Police Service (QPS) and clinical mental health staff within the Queensland Fixated Threat Assessment Centre (QFAT).
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MH687345 |
| Closing date | 21-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Temporary for up to 7 months 01/08/26 – 21/03/27 |
| Contact person | David Horton |
| Contact details | (07) 3837 5820 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
Temporary full time opportunity to conduct risk triage and mental health screening assessments in collaboration with Queensland Police Service (QPS) and clinical mental health staff within the Queensland Fixated Threat Assessment Centre (QFAT).
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Practice in accordance with code of ethics, professional standards and legislation affecting nursing practice by maintaining current knowledge and competence within scope of position.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and reasoning, advanced problem-solving skills and expert clinical judgement.
- Utilise interdepartmental processes and the Memorandum of Understanding between Queensland Health and QPS to facilitate appropriate exchange of clinical and other case-relevant information.
- Responsible for the professional development of self and others utilising contemporary practice in the delivery of improved standards of care.
- Work across professional and organisational boundaries to influence health service and/or professional outcomes in relation to area of expertise.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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