Mental Health Registered Nurse
Visa sponsorship
Healthcare · Sydney, NSW, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
This listing covers one of five new 2026 positions for a Mental Health Registered Nurse in Sydney, NSW. The role is full-time.
Step one is the work itself. You will provide high-quality mental health care, carry out psychiatric assessments in line with the Mental Health Act 2007 and work in inpatient units, community settings or both, as part of a collaborative team.
Step two is eligibility. You need current AHPRA registration, a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent and 2-3 years in the role. Postgraduate study in mental health nursing is highly regarded.
Step three is the visa position. The employer offers visa sponsorship, and its offer includes a pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186). Ongoing training and professional development are also part of the role.
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Key Responsibilities
- Deliver mental health care of a high standard
- Complete each psychiatric assessment as the Mental Health Act 2007 sets out
- Cover inpatient units, community settings or both
- Operate as part of a collaborative team
- Keep care compassionate at every stage
Requirements & Eligibility
- 2-3 years working in a Mental Health Registered Nurse position
- AHPRA registration that is current
- Bachelor of Nursing or an equivalent qualification in nursing
- Postgraduate mental health nursing qualifications, highly regarded by the employer
- Sound understanding of how psychiatric assessments work and of the Mental Health Act 2007, with a passion for exceptional patient care and mental health support
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