Mental Health Registered Nurse - RN

Job Description

Mental Health Registered Nurse Jobs – Multiple Locations | Hunter New England LHD (Travel Nurse Contracts)

Up to $68.49/hr + super + penalties + $1600 completion bonus | Travel nursing contracts NSW | Free accommodation and travel allowance

Join HealthX as an experienced Mental Health Registered Nurse and secure high-paying travel nurse contracts across Hunter New England. These short-term regional, rural, and metropolitan NSW nursing contracts offer competitive pay, fully covered travel and accommodation, and daily reimbursements — perfect for RNs seeking mental health travel nurse roles across HNELHD facilities.

Why you’ll love this opportunity

• Up to $68.49 per hour + super + shift penalties
• $1600 HealthX completion bonus
• Travel nurse contracts with accommodation provided
• 6-12 week Mental Health RN contracts in NSW – extensions available
• Work across multiple HNELHD facilities in metropolitan, regional, and rural locations
• Gain broad experience in diverse mental health settings\

About the Role

As a Travel Mental Health Registered Nurse, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred mental health care in inpatient, community, and outreach settings. You’ll work with individuals experiencing acute and chronic mental health issues, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based interventions.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive mental health nursing care to patients across acute, sub-acute, and community settings
• Conduct risk assessments, safety planning, and crisis intervention
• Administer medications and manage treatment plans in accordance with NSW Health protocols
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and allied health teams
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Support recovery-oriented care and patient advocacy

Locations – Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD)

Tertiary / Base Hospitals:

• John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle
• John Hunter Children’s Hospital, Newcastle
• Tamworth Hospital

Regional & District Hospitals:

• Armidale Hospital
• Belmont Hospital
• Cessnock Hospital
• Maitland Hospital
• Manning Hospital (Taree)
• Muswellbrook Hospital
• Narrabri Hospital
• Scott Memorial Hospital (Scone)
• Singleton Hospital
• Gloucester Soldiers Memorial Hospital
• Gunnedah Hospital
• Inverell Hospital
• Quirindi Hospital

Multipurpose & Smaller Sites:

• Barraba Multipurpose Service
• Bingara Multipurpose Service
• Boggabri Multipurpose Service
• Denman Multipurpose Service
• Guyra Multipurpose Service
• Merriwa Multipurpose Service
• Tingha Multipurpose Service
• Walcha Multipurpose Service
• Warialda Multipurpose Service
• Vegetable Creek Multipurpose Service

What you’ll need

• Current AHPRA Registration (Registered Nurse – Division 1)
• Minimum 1 year recent Mental Health nursing experience
• Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic communication skills
• Current working rights in Australia (urgent, non-sponsorship role)

About HealthX

HealthX is a trusted Australian healthcare employer specialising in regional, rural, and travel nursing contracts. We directly employ our nurses and partner with NSW Health Local Health Districts across the state.

Our travel nurses receive dedicated support, consistent contracts, and the opportunity to build rewarding careers while delivering vital mental health care in metropolitan, regional, and rural communities.

Why choose travel nursing in Hunter New England LHD

• Competitive pay and travel allowances for metropolitan, regional, and rural work

• Greater clinical autonomy and hands-on experience in mental health

• Exposure to a broad range of patient presentations and complex cases

• Opportunities for professional development and leadership

• Experience coastal, river valley, and regional towns while making a tangible impact in mental health services