About the Roles
As a cmr locum Nurse, you’ll work in essential Mental Health settings such as:
Intake & Triage
Manage crisis situations in high-pressure environments, providing immediate support and stabilisation for patients in urgent need.
Inpatient
Deliver day-to-day care for patients in recovery, including medication administration, assessment, and cooperative care planning.
Community
Support patients in their own communities-offering case management, follow-up care, and continuity that drives meaningful outcomes.
Every assignment is a chance to sharpen your clinical skills, make an impact, and build lasting professional connections.
What You’ll Need
- AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (unrestricted)
- 2+ years of Mental health nursing experience is a MUST, ideally with strong case management background
- Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
- A current driver’s license (essential for regional placements)
- Willingness to travel and commit to 12-week locum contracts
- Current Police Check
- Valid full work right in Australia
What Are the Benefits?
- Up to $165 per day for meals & incidentals (claimed via iExpenses through NSW – receipts required). That’s $1,155 per week, and over a 12-week contract you can claim up to $13,860!
- Additional hourly rate top-up – paid as a completion bonus at the end of your contract.
Why Join cmr?
- Variety & Experience – Work across acute, community, and inpatient mental health settings.
- Flexibility & Freedom – Tailor your work schedule to suit your lifestyle, with 12-week contracts and travel opportunities.
- Attractive Rates $$$
- Adventure & Exploration – Discover Australia’s hidden gems while doing the work you love.
- Ongoing Support – You’re never alone-our dedicated consultants back you every step of the way.
- Career Development – Take your skills further with exposure to diverse clinical environments and complex cases.
Ready for a New Adventure?
If you’re ready to take your mental health nursing career to new places-literally and professionally-we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now OR email me directly amy.merenda@cmr.com.au Or call Amy Merenda on 0483 913 043 for a confidential chat.
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