Mental Health Nurse

Registered Nurse – Mental Health (MHAT)

Darwin, NT

2 Positions Available

Commencing 12 March 2026

8–12 Week Contracts

RN4.1 and above




Experienced Mental Health RN with strong triage and acute assessment skills?

We are seeking confident Mental Health Registered Nurses (RN4.1+) for hospital-based Mental Health Assessment Team contracts in Darwin.

This role suits clinicians experienced in high-acuity environments who are confident assessing and managing complex mental health presentations.




Key Responsibilities

• Mental Health triage and acute assessment
• Comprehensive clinical and risk assessments
• Crisis intervention and short-term management
• Case management within a recovery-based framework
• Development and evaluation of care plans
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary and hospital teams

Essential Criteria

• Recent Mental Health triage experience
• Acute Mental Health assessment skills
• RN4.1 classification or above
• Current AHPRA registration
• Must be currently on-shore in Australia or New Zealand
• Full Australian working rights required

The Contract

• 8–12 week placements
• Excellent NT contract rates
• Travel and accommodation provided
• Hospital-based MHAT environment
• Potential extension available

Suitable for applicants currently residing in Australia or New Zealand.