Mental Health Registered Nurse
Visa sponsorship
Healthcare · Melbourne, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
For a mental health nurse planning long-term career growth, this Melbourne opportunity offers depth across inpatient and community practice. Six roles are opening in 2026 for Mental Health Registered Nurses and Mental Health Clinicians.
The position centres on psychiatric assessments and skilled clinical care, delivered within a collaborative team that prioritises compassion. Structured training aimed at mental health nursing supports your development as you progress.
Visa sponsorship is available, and there is a pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186), an important consideration for anyone mapping out a lasting career in Australia.
A precise, well-organised CV matters for a specialist role like this. Highlight your AHPRA registration, your degree, any postgraduate study and your experience with the Mental Health Act 2022. Build a professional mental health nursing CV that shows your career progression clearly.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver specialist, high-quality mental health nursing care
- Practise in inpatient units, community settings, or a combination
- Perform psychiatric assessments
- Collaborate within a team committed to compassionate care
- Maintain consistent standards of patient support
Requirements & Eligibility
- 2-3 years of professional experience as a Mental Health Registered Nurse
- A clear passion for exceptional patient care and mental health support
- Current AHPRA registration
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification; postgraduate qualifications in mental health nursing are highly regarded
- Excellent understanding of psychiatric assessments and of the Mental Health Act 2022
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