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Let your Mental Health Nursing career take you around Australia!
At Vanguard Health, we don’t just connect Mental Health Nurses with jobs, we help you explore Australia and build the lifestyle and career you've always dreamed of.
From quick adventures to long-term placements, we offer flexible rural and remote midwife roles that let you travel, discover new communities, and experience some of the country’s most beautiful regions.
With above-award pay, paid travel and accommodation, and a dedicated team supporting you every step of the way, you’re free to grow your career, make a real impact, and turn every placement into a fun and rewarding work-holiday experience.
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From the red deserts of the Northern Territory to the tropical coastlines of Queensland and the peaceful country towns of New South Wales, Vanguard Health gives you the chance to take your skills somewhere unforgettable.
Our Mental Health roles span vibrant regional centres, remote Indigenous communities, outback hospitals, and relaxed coastal hubs. Meaning your next role could have you watching sunsets in Arnhem Land, exploring rainforests on your days off, or discovering small towns with big heart.
No matter where you go, every placement is an opportunity to grow your career, embrace a new lifestyle, and experience parts of Australia most people never get to see.
To become a Midwife with us, we need:
You'll also need the following mandatory training certificates:
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The following reviews are about our dedicated Mental Health nursing consultant Chris

Chris is amazing! Has been super quick and helpful at getting me contracts with Vangaurd. He is kind and friendly and communication has been great throughout. Highly recommend Chris

I loved working with Chris! He was so easy to work with, great and quick communicator and always checked in with me before, during and after contracts to make sure everything was going smoothly! Highly recommend

I really enjoy working with Chris! He’s always a great communication and is super helpful and supportive. would definitely recommend working with him!

Connect With Chris!
Submit your details, and a member of our team will be in touch with you to discuss current and future opportunities.
You need at least 12 months of full-time experience within Australia to successfully progress into any of our available roles.
Please note: Vanguard does not provide assistance in acquiring sponsorship visas to work in Australia. If you require a sponsorship, your application will be unsuccessful.
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You can apply for a current vacancy or submit your details here and our
Mental health nursing team will be in touch to discuss current and future
opportunities. If you have any issues at all, you can call us on (07) 3831 3008.
All Vanguard Mental Health Nurses are required to provide evidence of
- Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination and FLU vaccination
- Current registration with AHPRA
- Qualifications (we require this in addition to your AHPRA registration number).
- If you don’t have evidence of your qualifications, you can contact the institution where you trained/studied to obtain a copy
- Current police check
Vanguard Health nurses must also complete the following mandatory education:
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Queensland Health
- COVID-19 vaccination modules—adult and paediatric
- Infection control
- Hand hygiene
- Vanguard Health policies and procedures
Other training, credentials and qualifications may be required depending on the role.
Yes, if you are required to work in a remote location, assistance with travel and accommodation will be included in your contract.
Yes, we will provide you with a uniform for your deployment.
Pay rates vary however all Vanguard Acute nurses are paid above award wages. You will be advised of the pay rate and other entitlements prior to any deployment.
Have more questions? We're here to help. Get in touch
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