2 Mental Health Nursing jobs in Melbourne
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Posted 20 days ago
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Job Description
Ready to step into a leadership role where you can shape the future of mental health nursing? This is your chance to join a supportive, modern Acute Inpatient Unit on contract, offering competitive pay, lifestyle balance, and the opportunity to make a real impact.
As a Clinical Nurse Consultant, you'll bring advanced clinical expertise and play a key role in mentoring staff, driving quality improvements, and implementing Department of Health initiatives such as Safewards and the Mental Health Intensive Care Framework. You'll be part of a collaborative team, supporting recovery-focused care while helping to reduce restrictive interventions and strengthen the workforce.
What's on offer:
Competitive hourly rate + penalties + super
Accommodation allowance + fuel reimbursement
Supportive, well-resourced inpatient setting
Career growth combined with coastal lifestyle
Why cmr?
At cmr, we do more than just place nurses in roles - we create opportunities. With dedicated consultants who understand mental health nursing, we provide personalised support every step of the way, from travel and accommodation to finding the right contract to suit your lifestyle. Nurses choose us for our genuine care, industry expertise, and commitment to making locum work simple, flexible, and rewarding.
About you:
You're a senior Mental Health Nurse with AHPRA registration, postgraduate qualifications, and significant leadership experience in acute inpatient services. You're passionate about recovery-oriented care, mentoring, and building a skilled workforce.
If this role isn't quite what you're looking for, we also have multiple other opportunities available across community, acute, triage, and specialist mental health settings.
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Team Leader - Senior Mental Health Clinician
Posted 26 days ago
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Step into a senior leadership role where you'll inspire and lead a small, talented clinical team while staying hands-on with client care. You'll mentor staff, shape clinical practice, and play a key role in driving smooth, high-quality operations. Perfect for an experienced psychologist or social worker, this role offers an exciting blend of clinical work and leadership impact.
The Successful Candidate will.
- Lead and supervise a team of clinicians
- Maintain clinical governance and patient safety
- Deliver direct care for clients with complex needs
Skills & Experience
- AHPRA/AASW registration/eligibility
- Strong mental health sector experience
- Knowledge of Victorian mental health regulations
- Skilled in managing risk and quality outcomes
- Current driver's licence, First Aid & WWCC
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Flexible work options for work-life balance
- Professional development and supervision support
- Inclusive, team-focused workplace culture
- Contribution to innovative models of care
- Great central location
About Cornerstone Medical Recruitment
Cornerstone Medical Recruitment (cmr) is a national healthcare recruitment agency connecting professionals with roles that truly make a difference. With specialist teams across nursing, doctors, allied health and mental health, we're the trusted recruitment partner for health services nationwide.
cmr Culture
At cmr, we believe in community, respect and curiosity. We support balance through flexibility, celebrate diversity, and provide career pathways that inspire. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven.
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