Mental Health Registered Nurse

Healthcare Australia (HCA) is actively recruiting experienced Acute Mental Health Registered Nurses (RN) for agency shifts across public and private mental health units in Brisbane.

With ongoing demand across acute adult and forensic inpatient settings, this role is ideal for mental health nurses seeking premium agency rates, flexible rosters and consistent shifts close to home.

Why Work with HCA?

  • High agency pay rates: $50–$148 per hour (based on experience, facility & shift)
  • Ongoing inpatient work: Acute adult & forensic mental health units
  • Total flexibility: Manage your roster via the eHCA mobile app
  • Reliable agency shifts: Consistent demand across Brisbane mental health services
  • 24/7 local support: Dedicated Brisbane-based allocations team
  • Extra rewards: Referral bonuses, rewards points & monthly giveaways

About You
You are a confident Acute Mental Health Registered Nurse who thrives in high-acuity inpatient environments and adapts quickly to new wards, teams and consumer groups.
You will bring:

  • Recent experience in acute inpatient mental health settings
  • Strong risk assessment, de-escalation and crisis management skills
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary mental health teams
  • Clear, therapeutic communication and a recovery-oriented approach
  • Professional presentation, reliability and flexibility suited to agency work

Essential Requirements

  • Current AHPRA registration (RN Division 1 or EN Division 2)
  • Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing
  • Minimum 12 months’ full-time post-graduate experience in acute mental health
  • Valid National Police Check (within 3 years)
  • Up-to-date vaccinations & serology
  • Full Australian working rights (sponsorship not available)

   
Apply Now
If you’re an Acute Mental Health RN looking for well-paid agency shifts, true flexibility and ongoing inpatient mental health work in Brisbane, apply today and work on your terms with Healthcare Australia.

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