Mental Health Registered Nurses | Christmas Locum Contracts Across Australia

$73-$181/hr + super | Travel & accommodation support | Contract bonuses | 8-12 week contracts

READY FOR A CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE IN AUSTRALIA?

Ever thought about making the move across the ditch for a nursing adventure?

This Christmas, why not experience somewhere new, explore Australia’s beautiful coastal towns and regional destinations, meet new people and earn excellent money along the way!

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment (cmr) is seeking experienced Mental Health Registered Nurses from New Zealand for locum opportunities across Australia.

With 8-12 week contracts available, travel and accommodation support, attractive hourly rates and opportunities over Christmas and into the New Year, this could be the perfect opportunity to experience nursing in Australia.

But don’t leave it too late! Health services are releasing their final agency nursing requirements for 2026, with Christmas and New Year contracts already filling.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• $73-$181/hr + super, depending on level, shift and location

• Travel and accommodation support

• 8-12 week locum contracts

• Coastal escapes, beautiful regional towns and new destinations

• Christmas and New Year opportunities

• Additional contract bonuses and incentives

• Christmas competitions and festive giveaways

• Dedicated support from cmr’s specialist Mental Health Nursing team

• Access to opportunities through cmr’s Tier 1 health service partnerships

BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND EARN!

Always wanted to do a nursing contract with a friend or colleague?

Why not make the move together? We have opportunities across Australia and would love to help you find contracts that work for you.

Plus, refer another nurse to CMR and receive a $750 referral bonus when they successfully complete a 12-week placement with us.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Current AHPRA registration or eligibility to obtain registration

• Minimum 2 years’ Mental Health nursing experience

• Previous acute inpatient Mental Health experience

• Confidence working in a busy clinical environment

• Full working rights in Australia

• Flexibility for 8-12 week contracts

• Willingness to travel for regional, rural and remote opportunities

Please note: Sponsorship is not available. Must have full Australian working rights and have AHPRA registration.

YOUR AUSTRALIAN NURSING ADVENTURE STARTS HERE!

If you’ve been thinking about experiencing nursing in Australia, earning great money and spending Christmas somewhere different, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or send your CV directly to Amy at amy.mortimer@cmr.com.au

Let’s make this Christmas one to remember!