• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla
• Casual (up to 31 December 2026)
• Base Salary Range:
  
  • Salary: $37.75 - $51.51 per hour | 25% Casual Loading | RN/M1
  • Salary: $32.28 - $37.75 per hour | 25% Casual Loading | ENC/END

Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either a RN/M1 or ENC/END, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience.

Join our Mental Health team, where your clinical skills, compassionate care, and professional development in recovery-oriented practice are supported and valued!

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You’ll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

Want to discover more watch: Come and Discover FUNLHN!

FUNLHN Information Page.pdf

Service:

Integrated Mental Health Inpatient Unit (Whyalla)

Whyalla Hospital is one of three SA regional hospitals that has an Integrated Mental Health Inpatient Unit (IMHIU). The IMHIU features six single bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a comfortably furnished dining and lounge area, making the environment as welcoming and home-like as possible. The service includes a full-time psychiatrist, which brings benefits to all mental health consumers in the region. To find out more about the Integrated Mental Health Inpatient Unit

About Whyalla.pdf

About the Role:

As a Registered Nurse within the Local Health Network Mental Health service, you will deliver comprehensive, evidence-based, recovery-focused care across community, acute, and rehabilitation settings. You will engage in individual and family therapies, group programs, health promotion, and community development initiatives, supporting the well-being of consumers and their families. This role offers opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression from novice to proficient practitioner, with accountability for nursing standards, delegated care, and making a meaningful impact on consumer outcomes.

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will provide essential support in the delivery of evidence-based, recovery-oriented mental health services. Working under the guidance of experienced clinicians, you will contribute to integrated care across community, acute, and rehabilitation settings. You will remain accountable for your actions and ensure high-quality care for consumers, while developing your skills and confidence in mental health nursing practice.

About You:

RN/M1

• Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
• Be enrolled and/or willing to enrol in further postgraduate studies within Mental Health practice.
• Demonstrated competence in the relevant area of nursing practice in accordance with the appropriate standards of practice.
• Experience working with Aboriginal consumers. 

ENC/END

• Must be enrolled or eligible for enrolment as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate
• Experience, within the boundaries of education and skill preparation, in the provision of nursing care in the mental healthcare setting in accordance with the appropriate standards of practice.
• Experience working with Aboriginal consumers.

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
• We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
• Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 924288

Want To Know More? Contact:

Marion Hall - Administration Officer, 8644 5130, marion.hall@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date: Thursday 31st December 2026 - 11.55PM

Attachments:

924288 RN/M1 Role Description.pdf

JCS+RegisteredNurse+final.pdf

924288 ENC/END Role Description.pdf

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