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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Tranmere, Mental Health Directorate
• RN/M3  $130,190 to $136,010 p.a. (insert pro rata if part time) + super + salary packaging
• Part time temporary until December 2026

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing

Join a passionate team in the *Mental Health Emergency Department – RAH within CALHN’s Mental Health Clinical Program (MHCP). 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 as a Transitional Care Consultant and support safe discharge and hospital avoidance across mental health services. Identify barriers, build care pathways and coordinate packages that improve flow and consumer outcomes.

• Identify barriers and plan early discharge pathways
• Coordinate hospital avoidance and discharge packages
• Work with inpatient teams and community providers
• Educate staff on alternatives to hospital care
• Maintain activity data and support service improve

About You

You’re an experienced mental health nurse ready to support complex discharge and hospital avoidance. You bring strong leadership, clinical insight and the ability to coordinate care across services.

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Mental health qualification or willingness to obtain
• Experience in complex care coordination and consultancy
• Lead change and work across multidisciplinary teams
• Analyse data and support quality improvement

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

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  934601 RN3+Transitional+Care+Consultant+Role+Description+MH+20180803.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?
Connect with Anima Shrestha, Acting Nurse Manager
P: 74255525
E: Anima.Shrestha@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Thursday, 30^th April 2026
Job Ref: 934601

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