Mental Health Registered Nurse
Visa sponsorship
Healthcare · Melbourne, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
Six new positions for 2026 are being filled by a healthcare recruiter in Melbourne, for Mental Health Registered Nurses and Mental Health Clinicians. Successful people would give compassionate, high-quality care on inpatient wards and/or in the community, working with a collaborative team that puts patients first.
Visa sponsorship is available, with a pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186).
Mental health employers look closely at registration and clinical background, so set out your AHPRA registration, years in mental health nursing and assessment experience, then create a mental health nursing CV with Build AI CV to send with your application.
Key Responsibilities
- Give mental health nursing care of a high standard to patients in inpatient units and/or community settings
- Conduct psychiatric assessments
- Contribute to a collaborative, caring team
Requirements & Eligibility
- A background of 2-3 years as a Mental Health Registered Nurse, and a passion for outstanding patient care and mental health support
- AHPRA registration that is current
- A Bachelor of Nursing or an equivalent qualification
- Postgraduate qualifications in mental health nursing are highly regarded
- A thorough understanding of psychiatric assessments and the Mental Health Act 2022
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