Community Mental Health Clinical Nurse | South Coast of SA

• Healthcare & Medicine
• Nurse / Midwive
• SA Other
• Permanent / Full Time

9/4/2026

• Permanent Full-time position
• Consistent weekday hours (No shift work or rotating roster)
• $87,416 - $110,497 per annum + applicable entitlements

We are looking for an experienced Clinical Nurse to join a Specialist Community Mental Health Service within the Acute/Mood Team. This permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality, consumer-centred mental health care within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. This role offers consistent weekday hours, making it an ideal opportunity for nurses seeking greater work-life balance, including those looking to transition away from shift work or planning to start or support a growing family. Position Overview
Division: Mental Health Services – Specialist Community
Unit: Acute / Mood Team
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (No shift work or rotating roster)
Salary Range: $87,416 – $110,497 per annum + applicable entitlements
Commencement: ASAP Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based, and recovery-oriented mental health nursing care
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and mentorship to student nurses, enrolled nurses, and less experienced registered nurses
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to support consumers with acute mental health needs
• Ensure compliance with the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, and service development

Essential Selection Criteria

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with a valid practising certificate
• Minimum of three years full-time equivalent post-registration clinical experience
• Demonstrated competency and experience in mental health nursing practice
• Currently enrolled in an approved mental health qualification or holding a recognised mental health nursing qualification
• Proven ability to deliver safe, high-quality clinical care
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

�� International applicants with relevant experience and current AHPRA registration are encouraged to apply. Sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.

If you are interested in this opportunity, know someone who would be a great fit, or are exploring new opportunities as we have a range of vacancies available, please contact or apply with Nicole on 0415 205 830 or via email at [email protected] for a confidential discussion.