Mental Health Registered Nurse - RN

Job Description

Mental Health Registered Nurse Jobs – Multiple Locations | Far West LHD (Travel Nurse Contracts)

Up to $68.49/hr + super + penalties + $1600 completion bonus | Travel nursing contracts NSW | Free accommodation and travel allowance (including from New Zealand)

Join HealthX as an experienced Mental Health Registered Nurse and secure high-paying travel nurse contracts across Far West NSW. These short-term regional and remote NSW nursing contracts offer competitive pay, fully covered travel and accommodation, and daily reimbursements — ideal for RNs seeking mental health travel nurse roles across FWLHD 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 FWLHD facilities in regional and remote locations
• Gain broad experience in rural and outback mental health care

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 – Far West Local Health District (FWLHD)

Major Facility:

• Broken Hill Health Service

Regional & Multipurpose Services:

• Balranald Multipurpose Service
• Wilcannia Multipurpose Service
• Wentworth Health Service
• Ivanhoe Health Service
• Menindee Health Service
• Tibooburra Health Service
• White Cliffs Health Service
• Buronga HealthOne & Dareton Primary Health 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 regional and remote communities.

Why choose travel nursing in Far West LHD

• Competitive pay and travel allowances for remote 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 iconic outback NSW towns and make a tangible impact in remote mental health services