Mental Health Nurse jobs in Australia

Mental health nursing is a recognised specialty within nursing in Australia. Registered Nurses working in mental health develop expertise in psychiatric assessment, risk assessment, medication management, and therapeutic engagement. The Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN) offers a credentialling program for experienced practitioners.

Mental health nurses work in acute inpatient wards, community mental health teams, crisis assessment and treatment teams (CATT), forensic settings, and primary care. They often work closely with psychiatrists and allied health professionals as part of multidisciplinary teams.

There is strong demand for mental health nurses across all states, particularly in community and crisis roles. Experienced nurses can access credentialled Mental Health Nurse (MHN) status, which enables Medicare-rebated consultations in some settings.