Mental Health Nurse/Clinical Nurse- Hospital in the Home

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services - Tranmere 
• Salary   RN-1  $77,824 - $106,187 p.a.  (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Salary   RN-2  $90,913 - $114,917 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 Tranmere team. 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 a team that delivers meaningful mental health care across both community and Hospital at Home settings, providing acute treatment and recovery support equal to inpatient quality. You will manage your own caseload, build strong connections and help shape positive outcomes every day.

Key Responsibilities – RN1 (Mental Health Nurse)

• Deliver direct care and support safe recovery
• Manage caseloads across community and Hospital at Home
• Plan care pathways for consumers needing acute support
• Provide education, counsel and group sessions
• Liaise with clinicians and community partners
• Build strong therapeutic relationships
• Support newer staff and develop capability
• Maintain competence and pursue development

Key Responsibilities – RN2 (Clinical Nurse)

• Lead high quality care across community and Hospital at Home
• Oversee caseloads and guide acute care planning
• Support and develop RNs, ENs and students
• Drive practice improvement and portfolio work
• Provide education, counsel and group programs
• Liaise with clinicians and external partners for best outcomes
• Contribute to teaching, research and service improvement
• Maintain competence and model professional practice

About You

You are a qualified mental health nurse who delivers safe, recovery focused care and works confidently in community and Hospital at Home settings. Appointment will be made at RN1 or RN2 level, based on your skills, experience and scope of practice.

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Mental health nursing qualification at Grad Dip level
• RN1 builds skill in assessment, care planning and teamwork
• RN2 leads complex care and supports clinical practice
• Strong communicator who works well across services

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   944596 RD RN-1.pdf     944596 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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Phone: 7425 5525
E-mail: ***************@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 19 August 2026
Job Ref:  944596

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

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