CLINICAL NURSE (NURSING CAMPAIGN) – RNBU

Best Suited For: Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand Citizens, Subclass 485, 491, 191 visa holders and international applicants seeking a government healthcare registered nurse career in regional South Australia.

Please note: International applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants must meet the required nursing registration, qualification and employment eligibility requirements.

About This Opportunity

The Repeat Neuro-Behavioural Unit (RNBU) at the Repat Health Precinct is seeking experienced Clinical Nurses to provide specialised care to older people living with severe dementia and complex behavioural symptoms.

As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide advanced clinical nursing care, contribute to assessment and therapeutic interventions, support individual case management and help maintain high standards of safety and quality. You will also provide clinical guidance and support to students, new staff and less experienced nurses while contributing to multidisciplinary care and continuous improvement.

Job Summary

• Position: Clinical Nurse – Repeat Neuro-Behavioural Unit (RNBU)
• Classification: RN/M2C – Clinical Nurse
• Employer Name: Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (SALHN) – Repat Health Precinct
• Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
• Required Education Level: Registered as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds a current practicing certificate.
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Employment Location: Daw Park, Adelaide, South Australia (Repat Health Precinct)
• Salary: AUD $90,913 – $114,917 per annum + Superannuation and applicable benefits
• Application Deadline: 6 September 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced relationship-centred nursing care to consumers.
• Support consumers experiencing severe dementia and complex behavioural symptoms.
• Assess consumers and contribute to the selection and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
• Support individual case management and care planning.
• Evaluate consumer progress and contribute to clinical decision-making.
• Apply mental health nursing knowledge and professional standards.
• Participate in quality improvement and risk minimisation activities.
• Promote safe clinical practice and consumer safety.
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to less experienced staff.
• Support students, new staff and other team members through teaching and supervision.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to a positive culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Essential Requirements

• Registered as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds a current practicing certificate.
• Demonstrated competence caring for consumers living with dementia and associated behavioural and psychological symptoms at very severe to extreme levels.
• Demonstrated competence in mental health nursing practice in accordance with relevant standards.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support and mentor students, new staff and less experienced nurses.
• Ability to take different perspectives and respond constructively to feedback.
• Commitment to evidence-based, person-centred and relationship-centred care.

Salary & Employment Benefits

• Salary: AUD $90,913 – $114,917 per annum.
• Superannuation benefits.
• Salary sacrifice / salary packaging benefits.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Opportunity to develop specialist expertise in older persons mental health.
• Clinical leadership and professional development opportunities.
• Multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement and clinical education.
• Supportive environment focused on specialised dementia care.

Important Applicant Information

Application Methodology: Submit an online application through the SA Health Careers portal.

Required Documents:

• Updated resume.
• Relevant nursing qualifications.
• Evidence of current nursing registration where required.
• Supporting documentation requested in the official role description.

Screening Requirements: Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as outlined in the Role Description.

Eligible Applicants Included

• Australian Citizens
• Permanent Residents (PR)
• New Zealand Citizens
• Eligible visa holders who satisfy Australian nursing registration and employment requirements
• International Applicants who meet the required qualification, registration and employment eligibility requirements

About Southern Adelaide Local Health Network

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (SALHN) delivers hospital, community, mental health and specialist healthcare services across southern Adelaide. The network supports a broad range of consumers and provides healthcare professionals with opportunities to build specialist clinical skills.

The Repeat Neuro-Behavioural Unit (RNBU), located at the Repat Health Precinct, provides specialised care for older people experiencing severe dementia and complex behavioural symptoms. The service focuses on relationship-centred care, multidisciplinary collaboration, consumer safety and improved quality of life.

Applicant Safety & Screening Reminder

• Appointment is subject to satisfactory criminal and relevant history screening.
• Applicants must satisfy SA Health immunisation compliance requirements.
• Applicants should never pay recruitment fees, visa processing fees or placement charges to secure employment.
• Original qualification, registration and employment documents may be required during the recruitment process.

Original Source

SA Health Careers — Registered Nurse & Enrolled Nurses - Nursing Campaign - RNBU | Southern Adelaide Local Health Network | Job Reference: 935915