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Clinical Nurse - Prison Assessment and Consultation Team (PACT) - ForensicMental


Company : Sa-Health


Location : Adelaide, Australia


Created : 2026-05-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Clinical Nurse - Prison Assessment and Consultation Team (PACT) - Forensic Mental Health Service Job no: 935044Work type: Full timeLocation: Adelaide Metro NorthernCategories: Mental Health, Nursing/Midwifery Northern Adelaide Local Health Network Forensic Mental Health Service Modbury Salary: $90,913 - $114,917 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits RN2C Ongoing Full-Time About the Role The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a passionate and dedicated Clinical Nurse within the Prison Assessment and Consultation Team. You will provide comprehensive mental health assessments and consultations to individuals in the correctional system, supporting their recovery and rehabilitation. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional forensic mental health services. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of vulnerable individuals and advance professional growth in a dynamic environment. To be eligible, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practising certificate. You must be enrolled in an approved mental health course or hold a qualification in mental health practice. About You Clear, confident communication and ability to navigate challenging conversations. Effective problemsolving, conflictresolution, and negotiation skills. Collaborative approach that enhances multidisciplinary teamwork. Strong organisational skills, enabling prioritisation of competing demands and meeting deadlines. Adaptability, creativity, and innovative thinking in response to evolving service needs. Commitment to delivering highquality, recoveryfocused care. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day supporting recovery, strengthening community safety, and shaping the future of forensic mental health care in South Australia. Benefits of Working at NALHN Salary packaging options, flexible working arrangements, and a range of career progression opportunities are available. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas. The organization fosters an inclusive workplace that values diversity and provides workplace adjustments to support employees. Checks Required DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) National Police Check accreditation provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. Immunisation risk for this position: Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances). SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccinepreventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check. EEO Statement SA Health is committed to an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence. Contact Dylan Carter, Nurse ManagerPhone: Email: #J-18808-Ljbffr