Mental Health Registered Nurse
The Opportunity
What does this employer want? It is filling five new 2026 positions and needs a Mental Health Registered Nurse who has handled psychiatric assessments under the Mental Health Act 2007 and is comfortable on inpatient units, in community settings or both.
To stand out, match your application to those duties line by line. Show your 2-3 years in the role with concrete examples, name the settings you have worked in and mention any postgraduate study in mental health nursing, which the employer regards highly. Have your current AHPRA registration details and your Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent ready to share.
Visa sponsorship is on offer, and the employer also describes a pathway towards permanent residency through the ENS, subclass 186. The team is collaborative, the care model is compassionate, and ongoing training supports nurses in the specialty.
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Key Responsibilities
- Give patients high-quality, compassionate mental health care
- Work in inpatient units, community settings or a mix of the two
- Run psychiatric assessments aligned with the Mental Health Act 2007
- Partner with colleagues in a collaborative team
- Champion compassion in every patient interaction
Requirements & Eligibility
- 2-3 years' experience as a Mental Health Registered Nurse
- Current AHPRA registration
- Bachelor of Nursing or an equivalent qualification
- Postgraduate mental health nursing qualifications (highly regarded)
- Sound understanding of how psychiatric assessments are carried out
- Sound working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2007
- Real passion for exceptional patient care and mental health support
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please follow these instructions carefully:
- Send your CV to our team by email: Apply by email.
- Ensure your CV includes all relevant professional information.
- Subject Line: Please mention the position you are applying for (Mental Health Registered Nurse) in the email subject.
- Include at least two professional work references on your CV.
- Attach copies of your skills assessment and trade certificates if available.
- Attach a clear copy of your passport.
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