Occupation

265434 Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
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265434 Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

Provides nursing care and services to people with mental health illness, disorder, and dysfunction, and those experiencing emotional difficulties, distress, and crisis in health, welfare, and aged care facilities, correctional services, and the community.

Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations

  • Psychopaedic Nurse (NZ)
  • Registered Nurse (Child and Adolescence Mental Health)
  • Registered Nurse (Drug and Alcohol)
  • Registered Nurse (Psychiatric Rehabilitation)
  • Registered Nurse (Psychogeriatric Care)

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Assesses and monitors the mental health status of people
  • Develops and implements individualised care plans for people with mental health issues
  • Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare professionals
  • Provides emotional support to people and their families
  • Assists people in developing coping skills and managing their mental health conditions
  • Educates people and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and adjusts care plans accordingly
  • Documents patient information and maintains accurate medical records