Job Description
Mental Health Registered Nurse Jobs – Multiple Locations | Western NSW LHD (Travel Nurse Contracts)
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Up to $*****/hr + super + penalties + $**** completion bonus | Travel nursing contracts NSW | Free accommodation, travel & daily living allowance
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Join HealthX as an experienced Mental Health Registered Nurse and secure high-paying travel nurse contracts across Western NSW. These short-term regional and rural NSW nursing contracts offer competitive pay, fully covered travel and accommodation, and daily reimbursements — perfect for RNs seeking mental health travel nurse roles across WNSWLHD facilities.
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Why you'll love this prospect
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Up to $***** per hour + super + shift penalties
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$**** HealthX contract completion bonus
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Travel, accommodation, and meal reimbursement provided
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6-12-week Mental Health RN contracts in NSW – extensions available
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Work across multiple WNSWLHD facilities in regional and rural locations
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Gain broad experience in rural and remote mental health care
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About the Role
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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.
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Key responsibilities:
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Deliver comprehensive mental health nursing care to patients across acute, sub-acute, and community settings
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Conduct risk assessments, safety planning, and crisis intervention
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Administer medications and manage treatment plans in accordance with NSW Health protocols
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Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and allied health teams
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Maintain accurate and timely documentation
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Support recovery-oriented care and patient advocacy
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Locations – Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD)
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Major Facilities / Hospitals:
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Dubbo Base Hospital
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Orange Health Service
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Bathurst Health Service
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District Hospital Services:
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Parkes Health Service
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Forbes Health Service
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Mudgee Hospital
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Cowra Health Service
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Additional Community and Hospital Sites:
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Baradine Health Service
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Blayney Health Service
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Bourke Hospital
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Brewarrina Hospital
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Canowindra Health Service
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Cobar Hospital
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Collarenebri Health Service
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Condobolin Health Service
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Coolah Health Service
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Coonabarabran Hospital
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Coonamble Health Service
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Eugowra Health Service
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Gilgandra Health Service
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Goodooga Health Service
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Grenfell Health Service
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Gulargambone Health Service
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Gulgong Health Service
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Lightning Ridge Health Service
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Narromine Health Service
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Nyngan Health Service
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Oberon Health Service
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Peak Hill Health Service
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Rylstone Health Service
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Tottenham Health Service
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Trangie Health Service
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Trundle Health Service
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Tullamore Health Service
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Walgett Health Service
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Warren Health Service
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Wellington Health Service
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What you'll need
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Current AHPRA Registration (Registered Nurse – Division 1)
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Minimum 1 year recent Mental Health nursing experience
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Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic communication skills
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Current working rights in Australia (urgent, non-sponsorship role)
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About HealthX
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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.
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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.
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Why choose travel nursing in Western NSW LHD
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Competitive pay and travel allowances for regional and remote work
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Greater clinical autonomy and hands‐on experience in mental health
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Exposure to a broad range of patient presentations and complex cases
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Opportunities for professional development and leadership
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Experience unique rural towns, outback communities, and regional hospitals while making a tangible impact in mental health services
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