Healthcare Australia (HCA) is currently recruiting experienced Acute Mental Health Registered Nurses (RN) for agency nursing shifts across private mental health units in Sydney.
With ongoing demand across acute and forensic inpatient settings, this is an excellent opportunity for mental health nurses seeking flexible agency work, competitive pay rates and consistent shifts across Sydney hospitals.
Whether you’re looking for regular agency shifts, extra income, or full roster flexibility, HCA offers reliable hospital work across Sydney’s private healthcare sector.
Why Choose Healthcare Australia?
Excellent agency pay rates: $44 – $139 per hour (based on experience, shift & facility)
Ongoing mental health shifts: Acute and forensic work available across Sydney
Flexible scheduling: Choose when and where you work using the eHCA mobile app
Consistent agency demand: Regular shifts available for Mental Health RNs in Sydney
24/7 local support: Dedicated Sydney allocations team
Additional perks: Referral bonuses, rewards points and monthly staff 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)
Minimum 12 months’ full-time post-graduate experience in acute mental health
Valid National Police Check (within 3 years)
Valid NSW Working With Children Check
Up-to-date vaccinations & serology
Australian working rights(no sponsorship available)
About Healthcare Australia With over 50 years of trusted experience, Healthcare Australia is one of Australia’s leading healthcare workforce solutions providers, supporting hospitals, aged care providers, disability services and community organisations nationwide.
Our mission is to connect healthcare and support professionals with flexible career opportunities, competitive pay and reliable support, helping them deliver high-quality care in communities across Australia to build a foundation where care begins.
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 Sydney, apply today and work on your terms with Healthcare Australia.
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