Senior Mental Health Nurse Leader

2 days ago


Mawson Lakes, South Australia SA Health Full time

About the Role

The Central Adelaide Local Health Network seeks an experienced Mental Health Nurse Leader to join their team. In this pivotal leadership role, you will utilize your clinical expertise and knowledge to coordinate consumer care delivery in a dedicated care unit or team.

You will be responsible for line management and coordination of nursing and multidisciplinary team activities, ensuring continuity and quality in patient care. Your leadership will foster a positive work culture and enhance team performance, focusing on achieving the best possible outcomes for consumers.

As a qualified mental health professional with strong leadership and communication skills, you will accept accountability for the outcomes of nursing practices and multidisciplinary efforts. You will actively address any inconsistencies between practice and policy, upholding the principles of the National Mental Health Policy and the Standards for Mental Health Services.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of consumers while leading a committed team in a supportive environment.

About You

  • Qualified Mental Health Professional – Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and a qualification equivalent to a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing.
  • Strong Leadership & Communication Skills – Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, resolve conflicts, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
  • Innovative Care Model Developer – Experience in reviewing and enhancing person- and family-centred care models, with a commitment to consumer and carer participation.
  • Experienced Mentor & Change Leader – Minimum three years' post-registration experience, with demonstrated competence in leadership roles and the supervision of less experienced staff.

About CALHN

The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South's Australia's major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.

We're seeking talented staff to join us and help shape the future of health in South Australia.

Benefits of Joining CALHN

  • Salary Attractions: For salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
  • 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.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.
  • Onsite Facilities: Convenient paid car parking facilities ensure easy access.
  • Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
  • Team Support: Experience collaborative culture and professional supervision guiding your career journey.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.


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