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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Woodville  5011 
• Salary  RN-1   $74,831 - $102,103 p.a. + super + salary packaging 
• Salary  RN-2   $87,416 - $110,497 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Full-time temporary up to 17/4/26

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing

Join a passionate team in the Mental Health Team at Woodville. Here you’ll help shape the future of mental health care through safe and connected world-class care, research and innovation.

• Be part of a connected, person-centred nursing community
• Commit to recovery-focused, trauma-informed and culturally safe care
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
• Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Join our Mental Health Care Program as a Registered Nurse and grow your practice in a supportive, recovery-focused setting. You’ll deliver safe, person-centred care, build strong consumer relationships and work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support positive mental health outcomes.

• Deliver comprehensive mental health nursing care and case work
• Build therapeutic relationships that support recovery goals
• Coordinate care with health teams and community partners
• Support and guide less experienced nursing staff
• Maintain safe practice and grow skills through ongoing learning

About You

RN-1  You bring a caring, organised approach and enjoy supporting consumers and clinical teams. Your skills, initiative and commitment to recovery help the ward deliver safe, high-quality care.

• Registered with NMBA and hold a current practising certificate
• Hold or working towards a recognised mental health nursing qualification
• Apply clinical skills to plan, implement and evaluate care
• Communicate effectively with consumers, carers and teams
• Use initiative and work collaboratively under limited supervision

RN-2  You bring advanced clinical skills and leadership to support consumers and develop teams. You thrive in a collaborative, recovery-focused environment and can guide practice and coordinate care across the program.

• Registered with NMBA and hold a mental health nursing qualification
• Lead and support nurses, students and less experienced staff
• Deliver care to individuals with complex mental health needs
• Communicate confidently and manage workload under minimal supervision
• Apply knowledge of legislation, standards and recovery-based practice

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development – funding + study leave for growth opportunities
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required be required      927114 RD RN-1.pdf    927114 RD RN-2.pdf  
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 1 February 2026
Job Ref:  927114  

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position