New Job Opening: Mental Health Registered Nurse - RN in Northern NSW - Multiple Locations

Job Description

Mental Health Registered Nurse Jobs – Multiple Locations | Northern NSW 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 Northern NSW. These short-term regional, rural, and coastal NSW nursing contracts offer competitive pay, fully covered travel and accommodation, and daily reimbursements — ideal for RNs seeking mental health travel nurse roles across NNSWLHD 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 NNSWLHD facilities in regional, rural, and coastal 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 – Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

Major Hospitals:

• Ballina District Hospital


• Byron Central Hospital


• Grafton Base Hospital


• Lismore Base Hospital


• Maclean District Hospital


• Murwillumbah District Hospital


• Casino & District Memorial Hospital

Smaller / Multipurpose Sites:

• Bonalbo Multi-Purpose Service


• Kyogle Multi-Purpose Service


• Nimbin Multi-Purpose Service


• Urbenville Multi-Purpose 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, rural, and coastal communities.

Why choose travel nursing in Northern NSW LHD

• Competitive pay and travel allowances for regional, rural, and coastal 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 Northern NSW towns and coastal communities while making a tangible impact in mental health services