Find Rewarding Mental Health Nursing Locum Jobs Across Australia with Jon & Jon Medical

As a committed Mental Health Nurse, your compassion and expertise play a vital role in supporting the well-being of individuals and communities across Australia. You assess patient needs, develop and monitor treatment plans, and oversee the administration and supervision of psychiatric medications.


At Jon & Jon Medical, we appreciate the unique challenges and deep rewards of your profession. We are dedicated to being your specialist recruitment partner, connecting skilled Mental Health Nurses like you with meaningful locum opportunities nationwide.


Our personalised approach focuses on your skills, empathetic care, and the positive impact you wish to make—ensuring we find not just any temporary role, but the one that truly aligns with your professional goals and values.

Your Expertise. Your Adventure. Your Mental Health Nursing Locum.

Why Partner with Jon & Jon Medical for Your Mental Health Nursing Career?

Finding the right Mental Health Nursing locum job in Australia requires specialist insight, not just a list of openings. We offer a true partnership, designed specifically for Mental Health professionals who value expertise, exclusive access, and genuine support.


We understand that while the role demands high emotional resilience due to intense therapeutic relationships, patient crises, and trauma exposure, it's profoundly rewarding due to the direct impact on patients and the abundance of available positions. We are dedicated to making your locum experience seamless and profoundly rewarding.

Uncovering Your Next Great Opportunity

Forget endlessly scrolling through job boards. Through years of building strong, genuine relationships with public and private healthcare providers across Australia—especially where demand is high in both regional and metropolitan areas, within all states—we often receive early access to a wide variety of Mental Health Nursing locum placements.


These aren’t just any roles — they offer meaningful work, excellent conditions, and highly competitive rates that truly value your expertise. We work behind the scenes to uncover opportunities you won’t find elsewhere, ensuring your skills are genuinely recognised and well-rewarded. Typical pay rates for locum Mental Health Nurse roles in Australia, when working for an agency, can range between $70 to $90 an hour, reflecting the vital contribution you make.

No matter where you are in your Mental Health Nursing career journey, Jon & Jon Medical has a place for you. We have an extensive range of opportunities across various clinical settings and levels, catering to both your professional aspirations and lifestyle preferences. Mental Health Nurses often work rotating shifts, but also have the flexibility to decide when they want to work, especially if they opt for community roles with Monday to Friday morning shifts. This allows for excellent professional growth and access to ongoing mental health support from organisations. Required qualifications include a Bachelor of Nursing followed by a Postgraduate Mental Health Nursing Qualification.

We cater to the full spectrum of Mental Health Nursing roles. You’ll find locum positions precisely matched to your area of interest and expertise, allowing you to refine skills or broaden your experience.


Common work environments include hospitals, community health organisations, and correctional/forensic settings. Beyond traditional in-person care, Mental Health Nurses are increasingly delivering services remotely via phone and video consultations, and even through asynchronous tools, offering a unique opportunity to work from home. This role often entails working in environments that are not always secure and dealing with critical situations, highlighting the immense skill and adaptability required.

Your Remote Area Nurse Locum Journey, Guided by Shared Values.

At Jon & Jon Medical, our core values aren’t just words on a wall — they’re the driving force behind how we operate and how we treat everyone we work with.


  • Teamwork means we stand united in supporting you every step of the way.
  • Integrity ensures every conversation and placement is honest and transparent.
  • Excellence motivates us to go above and beyond in every detail.
  • Passion for healthcare is what inspires us to make a genuine difference in your career and for the communities you serve.


By truly living these values, we build lasting partnerships founded on trust and mutual respect.


Our strong connections with hospitals and clinics across the country go beyond simple contacts. We understand the unique needs of midwifery, from the specific demands of birthing units to supporting continuity of care models. This insight enables us to consistently identify and secure high-quality, often unadvertised opportunities, giving you a clear advantage in the competitive locum market.

We are dedicated to being your reliable partner—ready to act swiftly to find your next ideal placement, always with your best interests at heart.

Your Expertise. Our Dedicated Team.

Our professional team is here to help you

At Jon & Jon Medical, our Mental Health Nursing desk is made up of experienced recruitment consultants and dedicated candidate managers who truly understand your specialty.


Working together seamlessly, they use their deep knowledge and strong healthcare relationships across Australia to deliver a personalised service tailored to you. From grasping the specific AHPRA registration requirements for Mental Health Nurses and the nuances of postgraduate qualifications to managing the intricate logistics of your locum, our team is united by one goal: supporting your career and ensuring a rewarding experience in this vital field.

Lets Focus On You, Register for Mental Health Nurse Locum Jobs Today

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NOTE: Jon & Jon Medical Recruitment is only able to service Doctors & Nurses who are registered to work in Australia.