Inpatient Mental Health - Electroconvulsive Therapy Coordinator

About the Role

Closing Date: 13/02/2026 

The ECT Coordinator is a clinical role responsible for the safe, efficient, and person-centred coordination of Electroconvulsive Therapy services within a mental health inpatient setting. The role ensures compliance with NSW Health’s ECT standards, facilitates multidisciplinary collaboration, and supports patients throughout the ECT treatment journey—from pre-assessment to post-procedure recovery.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage ECT treatment schedules across inpatient and day surgery settings.
• Ensure all pre-treatment assessments, documentation, and consents are completed.
• Liaise with psychiatry, anaesthesia, and recovery teams to ensure smooth procedural flow.
• Monitor and troubleshoot equipmentt
• Provide trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care before, during, and after ECT.
• Educate patients and carers about ECT, including risks, benefits, and recovery expectations.
• Address patient concerns and support emotional wellbeing throughout the treatment process.
• Ensure compliance with NSW Health’s ECT Minimum Standards of Practice.
• Maintain accurate documentation and audit records.
• Act as the central point of contact for ECT-related communication across teams.

Selection Criteria

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Postgraduate qualifications in mental health (desirable)
• Demonstrated experience in mental health nursing and/or ECT coordination
• Familiarity with NSW Health’s ECT Policy Directive and local procedures
• Understanding of legal and ethical considerations, including consent and Mental Health Act provisions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in clinical leadership, supervision, and quality improvement.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Permanent 
Location: Nolan House Inpatient Unit, Albury Base Hospital
Contact: Cindy Vangalen - Nurse Unit Manager, for a confidential discussion - cindy.vangalen@awh.org.au

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028.  This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development. 

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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