Australia-Wide Mental Health Registered Nurses – Locum Opportunities Available Now
Are you a passionate and experienced Mental Health RN ready for your next adventure? At cmr, we connect Registered Nurses with rewarding locum contracts across Australia -from vibrant cities to remote communities.
About the Role
As a cmr Locum Mental Health Nurse, you'll play a vital role across a variety of essential mental health settings:
Acute Mental Health
Provide immediate, stabilising care in high-pressure environments for patients in crisis.
Inpatient Mental Health
Support patients in recovery with medication administration, assessments, and collaborative care planning.
Community Mental Health
Deliver ongoing, community-based support-managing cases and ensuring continuity of care for long-term outcomes.
Each assignment is a chance to grow your clinical skills, make a real impact, and explore new parts of the country.
Why Join cmr?
Nationwide Roles – Opportunities across all states and territories
Varied Experience – Work across acute, community, and inpatient settings
Great Pay – Up to $86/hr + super, with shift penalties, travel bonuses, and other incentives $$$
Meal Allowance – Provided only for specific rural and remote locations – UP to $1,068.90/week
Accommodation & Travel – We take care of the logistics so you can focus on care
Flexible Contracts – UP to 12-week assignments that fit your lifestyle
Explore Australia – Work and travel in unique, unforgettable locations
End-to-End Support – From onboarding to placement, our consultants have your back
Career Growth – Gain exposure to diverse clinical environments and complex cases
What You'll Need:
Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
2 + years of mental health nursing experience, preferably with strong case management background
Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
Current driver's licence – essential for regional placements
Willingness to travel and commit to 12-week locum contracts
Ready to Take Your Skills Somewhere New?
Whether you're looking to grow professionally or explore more of Australia, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now, or contact Amy Merenda directly:
0483 913 043
CMR – Connecting Talent with Purpose Across Australia
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