About the Roles

As a cmr locum Nurse, you’ll work in essential Mental Health settings such as:

Intake & Triage

Manage crisis situations in high-pressure environments, providing immediate support and stabilisation for patients in urgent need.

Inpatient

Deliver day-to-day care for patients in recovery, including medication administration, assessment, and collaborative care planning.

Community

Support patients in their own communities-offering case management, follow-up care, and continuity that drives meaningful outcomes.

Every assignment is a chance to sharpen your clinical skills, make an impact, and build lasting professional connections.

What You’ll Need

• AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (unrestricted)
• 2+ years of Mental health nursing experience is a MUST, ideally with strong case management background
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• A current driver’s license (essential for regional placements)
• Willingness to travel and commit to 12-week locum contracts
• Current Police Check
• Valid full work right in Australia

What Are the Benefits?

• Up to $165 per day for meals & incidentals (claimed via iExpenses through NSW – receipts required). That’s $1,155 per week, and over a 12-week contract you can claim up to $13,860!
• Additional hourly rate top-up – paid as a completion bonus at the end of your contract.

Why Join cmr?

• Variety & Experience – Work across acute, community, and inpatient mental health settings.
• Flexibility & Freedom – Tailor your work schedule to suit your lifestyle, with 12-week contracts and travel opportunities.
• Attractive Rates $$$
• Adventure & Exploration – Discover Australia’s hidden gems while doing the work you love.
• Ongoing Support – You’re never alone-our dedicated consultants back you every step of the way.
• Career Development – Take your skills further with exposure to diverse clinical environments and complex cases.

Ready for a New Adventure?

If you’re ready to take your mental health nursing career to new places-literally and professionally-we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now OR email me directly amy.merenda@cmr.com.au Or call Amy Merenda on 0483 913 043 for a confidential chat.

cmr – Connecting Talent with Purpose Across Australia