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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services - Adelaide
• Salary    RN-3   $130,190 - $136,010 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time 

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing

Join a passionate team in the Mental Health Team. 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

Step into a Nurse Consultant role where you’ll lead clinical care and shape better outcomes in mental health. You’ll guide practice, build capability, lead projects and maintain high standards across the team. A chance to influence care and drive real impact.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead complex mental health care and clinical decisions
• Guide nurses and build team capability
• Drive projects and uphold clinical standards
• Review practice and align with policy
• Deliver education, counselling and group work
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams and partners
• Support safe, high quality care and recovery

About You

You’re a confident mental health nurse leader who drives quality care and supports team growth. You bring strong clinical judgement, lead change and build trusted partnerships.

• AHPRA Registered Nurse with current practising certificate
• Postgrad qual in mental health nursing or equivalent
• Lead clinical practice change and improve care
• Plan, deliver and review complex mental health care
• Use clinical systems and data to guide decisions

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     936918 RD Nurse Consultant -RAH 2G Acute - PICU.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

Sylvia Ebert, Acting Nursing Director

Sylvia.Ebert@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 24 May 2026

Job Ref:  936918

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