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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services - Woodville  SA  5011
• Salary   RN-1   $79,381 - $108,311 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Salary   RN-2   $92,731 - $117,215 p.a. (pro rata)+ super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time and part-time positions

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing

Join a passionate team in the Mental Health Services at TQEH 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

RN-1  Make a real difference in mental health care by supporting recovery, building trust and helping consumers achieve their goals.

• Deliver person centred nursing care and case management 
• Assess needs and develop tailored care plans
• Provide education, counselling and group support
• Partner with health professionals and community services
•  Build your skills through practice, feedback and ongoing learning

RN-2  Join our 24 bed mental health rehab team and help consumers rebuild skills, confidence and independence for life in the community.

• Deliver expert nursing care and case management
• Lead recovery plans and build life skills
• Partner with inpatient, community and rehab teams
• Coach staff and support clinical learning
• Drive service improvements and quality care

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold current AHPRA nurse registration and a mental health nursing qualification
• Bring strong mental health nursing and rehab recovery skills
• Lead and coordinate nursing care for complex mental health needs
• Communicate well, solve problems and support team development
• Apply recovery principles, clinical standards and quality improvement

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

A great career is more than the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll have the benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive at work and beyond.

More to love about working at CALHN:

• Stretch your salary – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Grow and develop – professional development allowance and pathways
• Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
• Progress your career – recognition and opportunities across CALHN
• Balance your life – flexible work options available
• Stay well – leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Enhance your wellbeing – access our confidential wellbeing partner for you and 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  954053 RD RN-1.pdf    954053 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, 15 November 2026

Job Ref: 954053

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