Job no: 951486

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD, Adelaide Metro Western

Categories: Mental Health, Nursing/Midwifery

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

- Mental Health Services - Woodville
- Salary RN-2A $107,487 - $114,917 p.a. super salary packaging
- Permanent full-time

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing

Join a passionate team in the Mental Health Services at Woodville - 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

Lead with purpose as an Associate Nurse Unit Manager, supporting your team to deliver safe, recovery focused care for people with complex mental health needs. Help shape practice, develop staff and drive positive consumer outcomes.

- Lead safe, high quality mental health care
- Support staff development and clinical practice
- Manage staffing, rosters, leave and resources
- Drive practice change and quality improvement
- Relieve the NUM and lead the team as needed

About You To thrive in this role, you’ll bring mental health expertise, strong leadership and a commitment to recovery focused care.

- Registered Nurse with current NMBA practising certificate
- Graduate Diploma equivalent in Mental Health Nursing
- Experience caring for people with complex mental health needs
- Experience leading, coordinating and developing nursing teams
- Skilled in change,



quality improvement and clinical systems

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN advantages 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:

- Make your money go further – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses $2,650 for meals and entertainment pre-tax super and novated lease options
- Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
- Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
- Professional development allowance - with structured development support
- Balance work and life – access flexible work options where available
- Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
- Feel supported – confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels protected, 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

- Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?

Connect with

Carmen Djuric, Team Manager Phone: 7425 3800

E-mail: [email protected] Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 11 October 2026

Job Ref: 951486

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

Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply – we’ve got this covered.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 11 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

📌 Associate Nurse Unit Manager - West CRS (Adelaide)
🏢 Sa Health
📍 Adelaide