Clinical Nurse/Mental Health Nurse Western Mental Health (ABIS)

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services - Woodville 
• Salary    RN-1  $77,824 - $106,187 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Salary    RN-2  $90,913 - $114,917  p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Full-time permanent

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing

Join a passionate team in the Mental Health Department 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

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About the Role

Join our Mental Health team as a Mental Health Nurse or Clinical Nurse and help deliver compassionate, recovery focused care that supports positive consumer outcomes. Classification will be based on your experience, qualifications and clinical capability within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

• Deliver direct mental health nursing care
• Provide case management and therapeutic support
• Facilitate education, counselling and group programs
• Collaborate with healthcare and community services
• Guide students and less experienced staff
• Contribute to clinical improvement and recovery outcomes

About You

You are a compassionate mental health nurse who delivers recovery focused care and works collaboratively to support positive consumer and team outcomes.

• AHPRA registration with mental health qualification
• Deliver therapeutic mental health nursing care
• Support consumers, carers and multidisciplinary teams
• Guide staff and contribute to positive team culture
• Use clinical systems and manage competing priorities 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

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required be required     947424 RD RN-1.pdf    947424 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, 6 September 2026
Job Ref:  947424 

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Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position