Nurse Unit Manager - Inpatient Rehab Services

Job no: 937907
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

  • Glenside, Mental Health Clinical Program (MHCP)
  • RN/M3 $130,090 to $136,010 p.a. + super + salary packaging
  • Fulltime Temporary Contract from 13 June to 26 June 2026  

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing

Join a passionate team in the Inpatient Rehab Services – Glenside 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 our Mental Health team as a Nurse Unit Manager and lead the delivery of high quality, recovery focused care within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. You will coordinate clinical services, build team capability and maintain strong standards that support positive consumer outcomes.

• Lead nursing and multidisciplinary team performance
• Coordinate safe, high quality consumer care
• Support staff development and positive team culture
• Drive practice improvement and uphold standards
• Collaborate with clinical leaders and external services
• Build strong relationships across healthcare teams

About You

You are an experienced mental health nurse and strong clinical leader who is passionate about person centred care, team development and positive consumer outcomes.

 

• AHPRA registration with mental health nursing qualification

• Lead teams and drive clinical practice improvement

• Support staff growth and foster positive team culture

• Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary services

• Manage competing priorities and lead change effectively

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

Curious about this role?
Connect with Kat Mackereth, Service Manager, MH Rehab Services

Phone: 74255555

E-mail: Katherine.MacKereth@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Thursday, 21st May 2026
Job Ref: 937907

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

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business