- Fixed Term Part Time (32 Hours Per Week) until 1 May 2027
- Located in: Frankston
- Classification: RPN Grade 6 (plus super)
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
The Mental Health/Alcohol and other Drug (MH/AOD) Nurse Practitioner will integrate into the Mental Health Consultation Liaison Service. This service provides advice and secondary consultation
for consumers across all Bayside Health’s inpatient services who present with mental health and substance use and/or addiction problems. The service provides:
- Timely and comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment
- Integrated treatment, care and support for people with co-occurring needs
- Medical and nursing management of alcohol or drug withdrawal
- Management advice and support for consumers with change of behaviour
- Brief intervention/consumer education on the effects of substance abuse
- Build capacity of the multi-disciplinary team to provide integrated treatment, care and support in the community for persons presenting with co-occurring mental illness and substance uses or addiction
- Advice on discharge planning to support the referral pathways and collaborative practices between primary care, local services and area mental health and AOD services; as well as NDIS and aged care services
The MH/AOD Nurse Practitioner (NP) aims to enhance the quality of care for consumers presenting in an inpatient settings with mental health and AOD issues through the provision of direct clinical care,
timely advice and secondary consultation to other staff.
Please click here to see the position description.
Skills & Experience Required
- Registered Nurse with current registration with Australian Health Professionals Regulation
Agency (AHPRA) - Masters of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) with relevant unrestricted AHPRA notation as a Nurse
Practitioner - Current Prescriber Number
- Extensive AOD and/or mental health experience in hospital/community settings
- Demonstrated commitment to delivering high quality outcomes for consumers
- Ability to work as and effectively guide where required, multidisciplinary team
- Competently use computer applications
- Prepares written documentation using clear, concise and grammatically correct language
- Communicates effectively with and relates to Consumers from a wide range of cultures and
backgrounds.
Benefits
- Step into state-of-the-art facilities
- Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
- Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
- Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
- Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
- Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
- Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
- Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact mkennedy@phcn.vic.gov.au.
The role ceases advertising on 16 March 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/
Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2025-2028 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.