Overview
- Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Forensic Mental Health Service – Oakden
- Salary: RN1 – $72,651 – $99,129 p.a. (pro rata) / RN2C – $84,870 – $107,279 p.a. (pro rata)
- Temporary Full-Time and Part-Time, up to 12 months (Multiple Positions)
About the Role:
Are you seeking a rewarding career opportunity where you can make a profound difference to the lives of people facing mental health challenges? Look no further than this exceptional role as a Registered Nurse/Clinical Nurse within Forensic Inpatients, Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.
The Forensic Mental Health Service is a state-wide specialised service which provides assessment, treatment and care services to meet the needs of mental health consumers in the justice system, either forensic consumers placed by the SA court system or prisoners transferred from the Department of Correctional Services.
This position offers a unique chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be part of a dedicated team providing specialised care to forensic inpatients, drawing upon your expertise and compassion to positively impact the lives of those entrusted to your care.
As a Registered Nurse/Clinical Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Your responsibilities will encompass conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualised care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
To be eligible for this position, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate. Must be enrolled in an approved mental health course or hold a qualification in mental health practice.
Together, we can create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of older South Australians in need of mental health support.
About You:
Are you a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Registered Mental Health Nurse looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.
Exceptional communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and a genuine commitment to professional development are essential.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.
About Us:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.
At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.
Benefits of working at NALHN:
From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.
Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.
NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.
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.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.
Check(s):
- National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (e.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 881995
Enquiries:
Shelagh Latham
Nurse Manager
Phone: 0434 852 428
E-mail: shelagh.latham@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date:
1 November 2024 – 11.55PM
Role Description:
* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.
For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 881995