SA HealthJob reference: 867030Location: 5700 - PORT AUGUSTAJob status: OngoingEligibility: Open to EveryoneFlinders and Upper North Local Health Network - Port AugustaRN/M3 | Full Time | OngoingBase Salary Range: $121,537 - $126,970 p.aIn addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, Zone Allowance and once off Incidental Payment (conditions apply), Professional Development Allowance, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients in our community with your commitment and expertise!About Us:The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you'll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You'll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHNWant to discover more watch: Come and Discover FUNLHN!FUNLHN Information Page.pdfSite and Service:Allied and Community Health ServiceOur Allied and Community Health Teams are multi-disciplinary teams who work together towards the common goal of improving health outcomes of our community members. Services are based in Port Augusta and Whyalla, with regular outreach clinics held in Roxby Downs, Quorn, Hawker, Maree and Leigh Creek. We offer a wide range of centre-based, in-home and community-based services to people of all ages and tailor our services to best meet our client needs. To find out more about the Services at Country Health Connect - Flinders and Upper North Community Health Service | SA HealthAbout Port Augusta.pdfRelocation and Accommodation Assistance:Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2024. Further details regarding this can be found hereAccommodation support may be available - conditions applyAbout the Role:As a Mental Health Nurse Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of high-quality, safe mental health services. In this dynamic position, you'll have the opportunity to provide expert clinical nursing care and consultancy that drives the recovery and well-being of mental health consumers across diverse service settings—ranging from community outreach to acute and rehabilitation care.You will be recognized as a specialist in your area, with substantial autonomy and the ability to make impactful decisions that improve patient outcomes. Your expertise will be instrumental in leading nursing teams, guiding clinical practices, and ensuring that the highest standards of care are consistently met. In addition to offering direct clinical leadership, you will also oversee and lead innovative projects and programs designed to enhance service delivery and consumer experiences.This is a role where your professional insight will directly influence policy and practice, and where you will be accountable not only for your own nursing practice but also for the outcomes you help shape. You'll have the opportunity to mentor and guide others, fostering a culture of excellence, while ensuring the continued development and refinement of mental health care standards. Join us and make a lasting difference in the lives of those who need it most.About You:Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.Holds a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing (or equivalent).Registered Nurse and or Midwife with at least 3 years post registration experience.Demonstrated expertise in the mental health nursing practice in accordance with the relevant standards.Demonstrated experience in the supervision and leadership of multidisciplinary staff, student nurses, enrolled nurses and less experienced registered nurses and/or midwives.Experience working with Aboriginal consumers.Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)Applicant Information:Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.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: 867030Want To Know More? Contact:Jessica Dendunnen - Team Leader, 8668 7800, ****** Closing Date: Thursday 19th December 2024 - 11.55PM
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