Employment Type Permanent Full & Part Time | Temporary Full & Part Time | Casual

Position Classification Registered Nurse

Remuneration $41.22 – $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Allowances + Rural Health Incentives*

Hours Per Week Up to 38

Requisition ID REQ696924

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, with regular interviews held on site.

Make a difference where it matters most Mental health nursing is more than providing clinical care -it’s about building trust, seeing the person behind the presentation and supporting people through some of the most challenging periods of their lives.

At Hunter New England Mental Health Service, you’ll have the opportunity to use your experience, empathy and clinical skills to make a meaningful difference to people living with mental illness, as well as their families and carers.

You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care, advocate for patients and support them to understand their care and make informed decisions about their health. Your ability to build relationships, adapt to changing needs and respond calmly in complex situations will make a genuine difference every day.

We’re looking for Registered Nurses with experience in mental health who are adaptable, empathetic and passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Choose the location that works for you With opportunities across Armidale, Taree, Morisset and Newcastle, you can choose a location and lifestyle that suits you while building your career in mental health.

Armidale Enjoy regional living,



a close-knit community and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people across the New England region.

Taree Combine a relaxed coastal lifestyle with the opportunity to provide mental health care to communities across the Manning region.

Morisset Enjoy a relaxed lakeside lifestyle with easy access to Lake Macquarie, while working in a growing community and making a meaningful difference to people across the Hunter region.

Maitland Enjoy the best of both worlds in Maitland - a vibrant regional lifestyle, rich heritage and easy access to Newcastle, the Hunter Valley and beautiful beaches.

Newcastle Stay close to the coast and city while accessing opportunities across a range of mental health services, including Mater Mental Health, John Hunter Children's Hospital and Nexus.

Whether you're looking for a tree change, coastal lifestyle, regional community or the convenience of Newcastle, there’s an opportunity to find the right fit for you.

Rural Health Incentives and relocation support are location dependent.

Why Mental Health Nursing? Every interaction can make a difference.

You’ll support people across different stages of life -including children, adolescents, adults and older people - and work with individuals and families with diverse experiences and needs.

You’ll Have The Opportunity To

Build meaningful therapeutic relationships with patients and families





Use your mental health experience to support positive patient outcomes

Provide person-centred care within a multidisciplinary team

Advocate for patients and support informed decision-making

Respond to changing clinical needs and complex situations

Develop your clinical skills across diverse mental health settings

Make a tangible difference to people, families and communities

The role requires nurses who can work within a complex environment, manage competing priorities, communicate effectively and apply clinical knowledge, critical thinking and evidence-based practice to patient care

What You'll Need

Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Experience in mental health nursing

Solid communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Demonstrated clinical reasoning, critical thinking and evidence-based practice

Eligibility to drive in NSW

Valid work rights in Australia

Please note: We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

What We Offer

Rural incentives of up to $10,000 in your first year* Location dependant

Salary packaging available

4 weeks annual leave, pro rata for part-time employees

6 weeks annual leave for eligible full-time nurses

Allocated Days Off for full time employees

Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family

Ongoing clinical

📌 Mental Health (Newcastle)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Newcastle