Western Community Mental Health Nurse / Clinical Nurse - PCRS

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Western Community Mental Health Nurse / Clinical Nurse - PCRS Job no: 894592Work type: Full timeLocation: Adelaide Metro WesternCategories: Nursing/Midwifery Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Woodville Salary RN-1 $74,831 -$102,103p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits Salary RN-2 $87,416 -$110,497 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits Full-time temporary up to 22/8/25 About the Role RN-1: As a Nurse at this level, you will be integral in providing exceptional nursing care across various health service settings. You will have the opportunity to develop from a novice practitioner into a proficient professional, consolidating your knowledge and skills as you gain experience. This role offers a supportive environment for you to build upon your capabilities through ongoing professional development, helping you progress in your nursing career while making a meaningful impact on patient care. In this position, you will take full accountability for the standards of your own nursing care, ensuring the highest level of care and professionalism. You will also be responsible for overseeing the delegation of tasks to others, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated nurse looking to grow and enhance their practice in a dynamic and rewarding healthcare setting. RN-2: As a Clinical Nurse (CN) within the Mental Health Care Program (MHCP), you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality mental health nursing care across diverse settings. With your solid experience and/or advanced study, you’ll take on a role that evolves as you progress from competent to proficient practice. You will be accountable for maintaining high standards in your own clinical practice, overseeing the delegation of tasks to others, and providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced colleagues. The CN position is predominantly clinical, but you will also have opportunities to expand your career through additional responsibilities aligned with your professional development and MHCP priorities. The CN role offers variety and the chance to influence positive outcomes across the service. You may be involved in teaching, research, or contributing to larger MHCP initiatives, such as developing clinical protocols, guidelines, and process mapping. Your input into complex projects and specific portfolio responsibilities will shape the future of mental health nursing practice. This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for an experienced CN looking to enhance their skills and contribute to meaningful change in the mental health sector. Qualifications See role descriptions. About CALHN The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South Australia’s major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas. We’re looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care and world-class research and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia. Benefit of Joining CALHN Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing. Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning. Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied. Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program. Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer 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, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. Application Information: Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Job ref: 894592 Enquiries to: Denise Smith Position: Nurse ManagerPhone: 0414 638 968E-mail: Application Closing Date: 11:55 pm Friday 28 February 2025 Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information. #J-18808-Ljbffr