Mental Health Registered Nurse
Visa sponsorship
Healthcare · Sydney, NSW, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
For mental health nurses planning their next career stage, Sydney offers five new 2026 positions with a clear long-term direction. The Mental Health Registered Nurse role spans inpatient units and/or community settings, giving you breadth across hospital-based and community practice.
Professionally, the role centres on psychiatric assessments conducted under the Mental Health Act 2007 and high-quality, compassionate care delivered within a collaborative team. Ongoing training and professional development are designed for mental health nursing professionals, which supports steady progression in the specialty.
On the migration side, the employer offers visa sponsorship and a pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) as part of its offer. Applicants need current AHPRA registration, 2-3 years in the role and a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, and postgraduate qualifications in mental health nursing are highly regarded.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality mental health care to patients
- Practise in inpatient units
- Practise in community settings, or combine both
- Conduct psychiatric assessments in accordance with the Mental Health Act 2007
- Contribute as a member of a collaborative team
- Maintain a consistent focus on compassionate care
Requirements & Eligibility
- 2-3 years of professional experience as a Mental Health Registered Nurse
- Current AHPRA registration
- Bachelor of Nursing or an equivalent qualification
- Highly regarded: postgraduate qualifications in mental health nursing
- Sound understanding of psychiatric assessments
- Sound understanding of the Mental Health Act 2007 and how it applies
- Passion for exceptional patient care and mental health support
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