Company

Government of South AustraliaSee more

addressAddressPort Augusta, SA
type Form of workPart-time
salary Salary$117,997-123,272 per year
CategoryHealthcare

Job description

SA Health
Job reference: 852303
Location: 5700 - PORT AUGUSTA
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

  • Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, Port Augusta
  • Salary: $117,997 - $123,272 p.a (pro rata) - Ongoing Part Time - RN/M3
Overview
The Nurse Consultant - Mental Health Nurse Consultant will provide clinical, educational and professional Mental Health services within the general medical/emergency department setting. The Mental Health Nurse Consultant works in partnership with a range of stakeholders from regional South Australia (SA) and Rural and Remote Mental Health Service (RRMHS) and supports the development of MH clinicians in the Flinders and Upper North LHN to provide an integrated Mental Health response. The Mental Nurse Consultant will work closely with the FUNLHN Community Mental Health Teams and will be responsible for providing education and mentoring to Flinders and Upper North LHN staff to improve skills in managing Mental Health consumers.
Employees classified at this level provide clinical, educational, nursing expertise to contribute to the improvement of high quality, safe Mental Health services and provides clinical and consultancy services that support the recovery of Mental Health consumers across community acute and rehabilitation service settings.
Employees classified at this level are experts within their area and stream of practice and have a significant degree of autonomy and decision making. Various practice models may be used to enact this role, including but not limited to:
  • Primarily providing expert Mental Health nursing care.
  • Providing clinical leadership to nurses.
  • Coordination and leadership of projects and/or programs that contribute clinical expertise to improve consumer/service outcomes
Employees in this role accept accountability for their Mental Health nursing practice, the outcomes of nursing practices for the specific patient/consumer group, the professional advice given, delegations of care made and for addressing inconsistencies between practice and policy.
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. Must hold a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing (or equivalent).
When you join our dynamic workforce, you will escape the hustle and bustle of city life and be able to take advantage of the endless possibilities for adventure relaxation, recreation and sightseeing. In The Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you can experience cultural diversity, outback locations and regional city conveniences, whilst working in innovative roles to improve the community's health outcomes and wellbeing.
Port Augusta is located 3 hours drive north of Adelaide at the top of the Spencer Gulf. Often known as the "Crossroads of Australia", the junction of 3 major highways. A good-sized country town with real estate opportunities, plenty of shopping facilities, outdoor activities, local cinemas and many eateries. Walking trails, fishing opportunities, natural wonders and heritage sites to explore.
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For information about Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found .
This is a part time vacancy, working 56 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
  • DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • 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
SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 852303
Enquiries
Name: Ben Russ
Title: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: 8668 7895
E-mail:
Application Closing Date
Tuesday 23rd January 2024 - 11.55PM
Attachments
Flexibility Statement
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.
Refer code: 1291301. Government of South Australia - The previous day - 2024-01-13 01:10

Government of South Australia

Port Augusta, SA
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