Enrolled Nurse - Mental Health
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Job summary
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) in Adelaide is seeking a Mental Health Enrolled Nurse to support the recovery journey of patients in the Glenside campus. You will work within the Mental Health Rehabilitation Team, delivering compassionate, person-centred care alongside a multidisciplinary team.
You will provide recovery-focused care, assess needs with Registered Nurses, and build strong relationships with consumers and carers.
Qualifications
- Current NMBA Enrolled Nurse registration.
- Mental Health Nursing qualification or equivalent.
- Experience as an enrolled nurse in mental health.
- Deliver safe, recovery focused mental health care.
- Build strong relationships with consumers and teams.
- Communicate well and work with initiative and care.
Responsibilities
- Deliver person-centred mental health care.
- Assess needs and support care plans with Registered Nurses.
- Build strong relationships with consumers, carers and care partners.
- Provide therapeutic support, education and recovery-focused care.
- Contribute to quality improvement and a safe care environment.
Skills
Education
Job description
Job no: 946532
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Eastern
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
- Glenside SA, Mental Health Rehabilitation Team
- ENC/END $67,883 - $76,413 p.a. + super + salary packaging
- Full-time, permanent
Join a passionate team in the Mental Health Rehabilitation Team – Glenside Campus 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
Find out more about CALHN sites and services , our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN
Make a real difference by supporting people on their mental health recovery journey. You'll deliver compassionate, person-centred care, work alongside a multidisciplinary team, build strong relationships with consumers and carers, and help create positive outcomes in a supportive, collaborative environment.
- Deliver person-centred mental health care
- Assess needs and support care plans with Registered Nurses
- Build strong relationships with consumers, carers and care partners
- Provide therapeutic support, education and recovery-focused care
- Contribute to quality improvement and a safe care environment
You’ll bring compassion, teamwork and a genuine commitment to helping people achieve the best possible mental health outcomes. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to grow their skills while delivering high-quality, recovery-focused care.
- Current NMBA Enrolled Nurse registration
- Mental Health Nursing qualification or equivalent
- Experience as an enrolled nurse in mental health
- Deliver safe, recovery focused mental health care
- Build strong relationships with consumers and teams
- Communicate well and work with initiative and care
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
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.
- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required be required 946532 - RD for Mental Health Enrolled Nurse.pdf
- Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
Connect with Jenny Sharma, Nurse Manager Glenside.
P: 0422 000 038
E: jenny.sharma@sa.gov.au
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Thursday 22nd October 2026.
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: 08 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 22 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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