MENTAL HEALTH NURSING SOLUTIONS
Specialist Staffing for High-Support Mental Health Settings
Obsidian Healthcare Recruitment provides trusted staffing for mental health services across Ireland. From residential care to community programmes, our skilled professionals deliver safe, person-centred support that adapts to your needs.
Available 24/7, we’re ready to fill gaps fast, ensuring your services remain consistent and responsive—no matter what arises.
MENTAL HEALTH NURSING SOLUTIONS
Specialist Staffing for High-Support Mental Health Settings
Obsidian Healthcare Recruitment provides trusted staffing for mental health services across Ireland. From residential care to community programmes, our skilled professionals deliver safe, person-centred support that adapts to your needs.
Available 24/7, we’re ready to fill gaps fast, ensuring your services remain consistent and responsive—no matter what arises.
PREMIUM
Quality-led, standards-driven, & trusted — delivering clinical excellence.
SPECIALIST FOCUS
Expert staffing in Nursing, Midwifery, AHPs, Pharmacy, & Advanced Practice.
RESPONSIVE
Reliable, ready, & responsive — urgent cover, resolved without delay.
HARD-TO-FILL MENTAL HEALTH ROLES, COVERED WITHOUT DELAY
Empathetic Expertise for High-Demand Environments
“In mental health care, every moment matters — that’s why we provide staffing you can trust, with the empathy and expertise your service deserves.”
In mental health settings, the right staff make all the difference. Whether it’s inpatient care, crisis support, or community outreach, Obsidian delivers qualified, compassionate professionals who bring both clinical skill and emotional intelligence to every shift.
Our specialist mental health staffing team sources nurses and HCAs who are not only NMBI-registered and fully vetted, but also experienced in building therapeutic relationships, de-escalating challenging behaviours, and supporting recovery-focused care models.
MENTAL HEALTH NURSING COVER SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY SERVICE SCENARIO
Comprehensive, Reliable Staffing Across Ireland
We support acute psychiatric units, residential services, and community mental health teams with:
Emergency & Short-Notice Mental Health Cover
From sudden absences to last-minute demands, we respond quickly with experienced, compliant mental health nurses to maintain safe staffing.
Block Bookings & Long-Term Mental Health Cover
We provide consistent, trusted professionals for extended cover—reducing handovers and maintaining therapeutic relationships in your teams.
Flexible & Responsive Mental Health Staffing
Weekend, night shifts, or floating roles—our tailored approach ensures you have the right mental health nursing support, exactly when and where you need it.
THE OBSIDIAN ADVANTAGE
Why Choose Obsidian For Mental Health Staffing?
At Obsidian Healthcare, we aim to exceed your expectations by providing exceptional, highly trained professionals who are passionate about mental health care. Here’s why you should choose us:
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Quick turnaround with full screening—pre-screened, referenced, compliant staff.
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Tap into our large pool of vetted healthcare professionals, ready to step in without delay.
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Recruiters with deep sector insight—ensuring the right fit, first time.
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Block bookings or ad hoc—staffing built around your schedule, with no long-term tie-ins.
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Every placement meets rigorous standards, giving your team confidence & peace of mind.
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Staffing plans that flex with your service—scaling up or adjusting as needs change.
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One point of contact throughout—proactive, responsive, and easy to reach.
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Consistent professionals familiar with your systems—reducing disruption & improving flow.
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Relied on by HSE & private providers across Ireland to fill gaps & safeguard continuity.
Mental Health Inpatient Staffing
CAMHS UNITS
Specialist care for young people, providing tailored support for emotional and behavioural needs.
PSYCHIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE UNITS
High-level supervision and acute care for patients in crisis or at risk of harm.
SECURE PSYCHIATRIC FACILITIES
Safe, structured environments for individuals requiring treatment under secure conditions.
ADMISSION & ASSESSMENT UNITS
Short-term care to assess needs and stabilise individuals in crisis.
REHABILITATION UNITS
Structured programs for recovery, independence, and reintegration into the community.
MOTHER & BABY UNITS
Supportive care for mothers with mental health needs and their infants, promoting family wellbeing.
EATING DISORDER UNITS
Specialised treatment and nutritional support for individuals with eating disorders.
PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION UNITS
Step-down care focused on rebuilding skills and confidence for independent living.
DEMENTIA CARE
Compassionate support for individuals with dementia, promoting dignity and quality of life.
NURSING & CARE HOMES
Residential care with mental health nursing expertise for older adults and those with complex needs.
DRUG & ALCOHOL CENTRES
Treatment and support for individuals with substance misuse and co-occurring mental health issues.
ROLES WE SUPPLY
Precision in Every Placement
We provide specialist mental health nursing professionals across all areas, including:
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Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs)
Deliver comprehensive care in inpatient and community settings, managing complex psychiatric conditions with expertise and empathy.
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Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialists
Provide expert assessment, treatment planning, and clinical leadership within specialised mental health services.
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Community Mental Health Nurses
Support ongoing recovery and care coordination in community environments, promoting independence and wellbeing.
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CAMHS Nurses
Deliver specialised mental health care tailored for children and adolescents in outpatient and community settings.
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Older Person Mental Health Nurses
Address the unique psychiatric needs of older adults, including dementia and age-related mental health conditions.
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Crisis & Acute Care Nurses
Respond swiftly in emergency and acute mental health situations, focusing on safety and patient stabilisation.
HOW WE MATCH
Not Just Any Mental Health Nurse — The Right Ones
Every placement undergoes a thorough clinical-matching process. We align professionals not only by availability but by mental health specialty, clinical experience, and team fit. Whether supporting acute psychiatric units, community services, or residential care, we ensure the right nurse steps into the right role — with confidence, compassion, and compliance.
01. ROLE REQUEST
02. SKILL-BASED MATCHING
03. COMPLIANCE CHECK
04. PLACEMENT
05. ONGOING FEEDBACK
TRUSTED NUMBERS, REAL IMPACT
Fast Facts: Obsidian Mental Health Solutions at a Glance
15 Minutes
AVERAGE FILL TIME
96%
SHIFTS FILLED ON TIME
2,500+
MENTAL HEALTH NURSES & HCAS
9 in 10
CLIENTS REBOOK THE SAME STAFFLE
24/7
ON-CALL SUPPORT AVAILLABLE
100%
NMBI-COMPLIANT PROFESSIONALS
24/7 Offender Care Support Services
We provide skilled mental health nurses and healthcare assistants to ensure safe, high-quality care across all offender care environments.
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Includes prisons, youth offender services, and young offenders’ institutions.
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Where detainees are held during investigations.
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For children, adolescents, and young people.
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Supporting offenders during legal proceedings.
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For detained immigrants facing removal.
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In Ireland, the CYPSE encompasses facilities for children and young people in custody. It includes:
Oberstown Children Detention Campus: This campus houses young people aged 10 to 17 who are in detention. It provides education, healthcare, and support services.
Special Care Units (SCUs): These units cater to vulnerable young people with complex needs. They offer therapeutic care and rehabilitation.
Children Detention Schools: These schools provide education and support for young offenders.
Young Offender Units (YOs): For 16- and 17-year-olds, these units focus on rehabilitation and education.
Need Urgent Mental Health Support?
We understand the pressures of mental health services. That’s why we’re here 24/7, providing trusted staffing for hospitals, residential centres, and specialist units.
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We collaborate with schools and educational facilities, providing specialised support for students with mental health or intellectual disability needs.
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We play a crucial role in community-based care, enhancing quality of life for individuals.
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Our professionals seamlessly integrate into healthcare facilities, contributing to patient well-being.
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Whether it’s mental health, psychiatric, or intellectual disability units, we match specialists with the right environments.
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We address the unique challenges of incarcerated populations, prioritising health and safety.
24/7 Crisis Support & Individual Care
Our mental health staff are on hand 24/7 to fill gaps from planned leave, sudden absences, and periods of peak demand—ensuring seamless, uninterrupted care.
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Our compliance process ensures that all healthcare professionals meet the highest standards. We verify qualifications, certifications, and background checks. This rigorous assessment guarantees that we send the most qualified experts to assist with crisis intervention or personalised care.
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Based on the specific requirements of each situation, we match the right professionals to the task. Whether it’s urgent crisis support or one-on-one care, our team members are well-prepared and equipped.
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Our fully briefed nurses and healthcare assistants are ready to act swiftly. They hit the ground running, providing top-quality care exactly when you need it most.
the FAQS
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We supply registered psychiatric nurses, mental health nurses, and healthcare assistants skilled in acute, community, residential, and specialist mental health settings.
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We offer rapid response, including same-day and emergency cover, as well as planned and long-term placements tailored to your needs.
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Yes. All staff undergo rigorous screening, hold relevant qualifications, and have up-to-date registrations and training to ensure compliance and quality care.
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Absolutely. Our nurses are experienced in areas such as dementia care, substance misuse, crisis intervention, forensic mental health, and child & adolescent mental health services (CAMHS).
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Yes. We cover a wide range of services including inpatient units, community mental health teams, residential care, day programs, and supported living environments.
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We offer block bookings and named nurse placements to promote consistency, helping build rapport and therapeutic relationships within your team.
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Our services are available across Ireland, supporting urban and rural mental health facilities and community services.
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Our dedicated on-call consultants provide 24/7 support to rapidly deploy qualified staff to cover unexpected absences or sudden demand surges.
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We work closely with you to understand your clinical and operational requirements, matching staff by expertise, experience, and personality fit to your team.
YOUR TRUSTED PARTNER IN MENTAL HEALTH STAFFING