Registered Nurse - Mental Health (Locum)
Job Details
- Published
- Location
- New South Wales
- Role Type
- Contract
- Salary
- Negotiable
Make a Difference in Mental Health Across Regional NSW
Medacs Healthcare is seeking passionate and experienced Mental Health Registered Nurses for exciting contract opportunities across Regional and Remote New South Wales.
We have opportunities available across the lifespan, working with:
Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
Adult Mental Health
Older Persons Mental Health
Acute Inpatient Units
Community Mental Health Teams
Mental Health Emergency and Crisis Services
Whether you're looking to broaden your clinical experience, earn great rates, or explore a new part of Australia, we'd love to hear from you.
What's On Offer?
Casual pay rates aligned with NSW health
Accommodation provided
Domestic travel provided
Meal allowances available for certain locations
Flexible contract lengths
Opportunities to extend and move between locations
Dedicated Mental Health recruitment team supporting you throughout your assignment
Work-life balance while exploring regional Australia
About the Role
As a Mental Health Registered Nurse, you'll join multidisciplinary teams delivering high-quality care and recovery-focused support to consumers and their families.
Responsibilities may include:
Mental health assessments and risk management
Care planning and implementation
Medication administration
Crisis intervention and de-escalation
Consumer-centered and trauma-informed care
Working collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals
Accurate clinical documentation and case notes
What You'll Need
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Minimum 2 years recent Mental Health Nursing experience
Experience in inpatient, community, crisis, ED mental health or CAMHS highly regarded
National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
Relevant state-based clearances as required
Full Australian working rights
Current driver's licence desirable for community-based roles
Why Regional & Remote Mental Health Nursing?
Mental Health Nurses are making a real impact in regional communities where services are needed most.
These contracts offer the opportunity to:
Expand your clinical skills across diverse settings
Gain exposure to a variety of mental health presentations across all age groups
Build valuable rural and remote experience
Increase your earning potential
Explore some of Australia's most unique and beautiful locations
Current Opportunities Include:
- Broken Hill
- Dubbo
- Mudgee
- Wagga Wagga
- Bega
- Goulburn
- Port Macquarie
- Kempsey
- Coffs Harbour
Join Medacs Healthcare and take your Mental Health Nursing career somewhere new.
Apply now or contact Sian Wilson to learn more about Mental Health Nursing opportunities with Medacs Healthcare and the onboarding process.
Phone: 0439 052 704
Email: sian.wilson@medacs.com
