Registered Nurse / Clinical Nurse Cramond PICU

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Mental Health Clinical Program (MHCP)
• Salary  RN-1   $77,824 to $106,187 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Salary  RN-2   $90,913 to $114,917 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Full time permanent position available

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing
Join a passionate team in the Cramond PICU - TQEH 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
Join the Cramond PICU team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of consumers experiencing mental health challenges. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, you will deliver recovery-focused care, provide individual case management and help consumers achieve positive health and wellbeing outcomes.
Whether appointed as a Registered Nurse or Clinical Nurse, you will contribute to high-quality mental health care through assessment, education, counselling and therapeutic interventions. You will build strong partnerships with consumers, families and community services, while supporting team development, clinical excellence and continuous improvement across the service.

• Deliver recovery-focused mental health care
• Support case management and care planning
• Build partnerships with consumers and care teams
• Guide and mentor less experienced staff
• Contribute to quality improvement and clinical excellence

About You
You are a compassionate and recovery-focused mental health nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment. Whether you are developing your practice as a Registered Nurse or bringing advanced experience as a Clinical Nurse, you are committed to delivering high-quality care and positive outcomes for consumers and carers.

• Registered Nurse with NMBA registration and practising certificate
• Mental health qualification completed or working towards
• Deliver recovery-focused care and comprehensive assessments
• Build strong partnerships with consumers and multidisciplinary teams
• Support clinical excellence, mentoring and service improvement

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 familyDiversity & 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  940967 MHRN1 Registered Nurse (NPC) Role Description.pdf and  940967 MHRN2 Clinical Nurse (NPC) Role Description.pdf
• 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
Denise Smith, Nurse Manager
Phone:  +61 414 638 968
Email:  denise.smith@sa.gov.au 

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 16 August 2026

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

For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 940967