Mark you calendars—Mental Health Nurses' Day is February 21! 📆 Let's start the conversation now, spreading awareness about the vital role Mental Health Nurses play in healthcare, every day.

Join the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses and be part of something bigger! A membership will help elevate your career, expand your knowledge with affordable CPD, and strengthen the voice of mental health nursing. 💪🏼 Learn more: #mentalhealth #mentalhealthnurses #australiancollegeofmentalhealthnurses

Looking for a Sunday night read? 📖 ‘Changing People's Hearts’ explores the lived expertise perspective of communicating with nursing students during a Mental Health Clinical Placement. Read it here:

Becoming a Provisional Mental Health Nurse could be your 2025 calling. 📞 It's the first step to being specialised and recognised. What you'll need to work towards: ✔️ A Registered Nurse certificate ✔️ Specialist mental health nurse education and clinical practice ✔️ 12 weeks equivalent of full-time experience practising Learn more about your next steps: #mentalhealth #mentalhealthnurses #australiancollegeofmentalhealthnurses

Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (MHNP) play a big role in mental health care, supporting people of all ages. Whether they're treating people with specific mental health conditions or supporting those with substance use disorders, they make an incredible impact in the health system. Thinking about taking this career path? The College offers a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Special Interest Group which supports those who are interested in a MHNP role. Click here to learn more: #mentalhealth #mentalhealthnurses #australiancollegeofmentalhealthnurses

February holds special significance with the Mental Health Nursing community. On Friday, 21 February, we will celebrate Mental Health Nurses' Day—a powerful reminder of the dedication, compassion, and the expertise they bring to healthcare every day. In the lead up, we want to celebrate the Mental Health Nurses in our community—tag one you know below to give them the recognition they truly deserve. 📣👏🏽 You can also click the link below for free downloadable assets to share in support! #mentalhealth #mentalhealthnurses #australiancollegeofmentalhealthnurses

🏆 The Mental Health Nurse of the Year Award 🏆 In honour of Mental Health Nurses' Day on February 21, we will be awarding someone special the Mental Health Nurse of the Year award. The award will recognise a mental health nurse who has demonstrated excellence in mental health nursing, having made an exceptional contribution to consumers, carers, mental health services and/or the profession. Do you know someone who deserves the award? Fill in the nomination form below and email your nominations to enquiries@acmhn.org before January 31. 📧

Looking to start a successful private practice? 🤔 The College provides support and resources to help mental health nurses, nurse practitioners, and midwives establish and grow their private practice. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, we’re here to guide you every step of the way!

Forensic mental health nursing bridges the gap between mental health care and our justice system. It’s a specialised field where you’ll support individuals navigating complex mental health needs within legal and correctional settings.

Are you familiar with our accredited postgraduate courses? 📚 To ensure your qualification meets the criteria set out by the National Framework for Postgraduate Mental Health Nursing Education, visit the link below.

A gentle reminder that everyone you meet could be facing a mental health challenge you can’t see. 👀 Whether it’s anxiety, depression, or another mental disorder, kindness and understanding can make a world of difference. *Stats captured between 2020–2022

Whether it’s a deep conversation, a simple check-in, or sharing a coffee together, support can be exactly what someone needs. Sometimes, it’s the smallest gestures that make the biggest difference. ☕️

Did you know mental health nursing offers pathways to specialise in supporting parents and their little ones? 👶🏽 Perinatal and infant mental health focuses on the critical early stages of life, providing care that makes a lifelong impact.

🚨 The NSW public mental health system is in crisis, with Psychiatrists resigning en masse due to longstanding funding inadequacies and systemic failures. We're calling on the Government for genuine system reform to support our Psychiatrists.

As a registered nurse, you may often find yourself navigating mental health situations without specialised training. Becoming a mental health nurse provides the education and skills needed to confidently handle these challenges, empowering you to provide the best care in tough situations. Click here to learn more:

Mental Health Monday reminders to set the tone for the new year. 💚

Shake things up this year and get specialised in mental health nursing! With the Australian College of Mental Health Nursing, you'll be guided through the steps and will feel supported each and every step of the way. 😊

How will you prioritise your wellbeing in 2025? 👇🏽

As we gear up for 2025, take a moment to reflect: What do you need to feel supported in the year ahead? Whether it’s setting boundaries, seeking connection, or carving out time for self-care, your mental health deserves top priority. 🫶

Together, we can advance mental health nursing. 💜