Associate Nurse Unit Manager
- Combine advanced clinical practice with hands-on leadership in mental health nursing.
- Coordinate clinical services and mentor staff while supporting consumer recovery.
- Contribute to individualised rehabilitation plans in a collaborative environment.
- Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Noarlunga Hospital– Trevor Parry Centre (Mental Health Division)
- Salary $109,637 - $117,215 p.a. (Pro Rata) RNM2A| 22.8 Hours per week- Ongoing Position Available
Ready to take your Mental Health Nursing Career to the next level?
As Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM), you’ll combine advanced clinical practice with hands-on leadership, contributing to individualised rehabilitation and recovery plans while working collaboratively with consumers, carers and a multidisciplinary team. Partner with the Team Manager to coordinate clinical services, mentor and develop staff, champion best practice and support workforce planning, recruitment and performance development. Bring your ideas, lead with confidence and help shape a service where people, recovery and exceptional care come first!
About you:
You’re a motivated mental health nursing professional ready to grow your leadership skills, support your team and make a lasting impact on consumer recovery. You will bring:
- Registered Nurse/Midwife with at least 3 years, full time equivalent, post registration experience
- Must have completed an approved mental health course and/or hold a qualification in mental health practice
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet set timelines, whilst working under minimal supervision
- Experience in the leadership and direction of student nurses, enrolled nurses and less experienced registered nurses
- Ability to be creative, innovative and flexible when approaching issues within the healthcare setting
Why SALHN?
- Grow your Career: Join South Australia’s fastest-growing Local Health Network, where expanding services and new opportunities can help you take your career further
- Make a Difference Close to Home: Contribute directly to the health and wellbeing of your local community while enjoying the benefits of a more local workplace
- Be Part of a Team That Supports You: Work alongside collaborative, approachable and supportive colleagues and managers who value your expertise, recognise your contribution and encourage your professional development
Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.
Want To Know More? Contact: Trudy-Ann Thompson, Team Manager Trevor Parry Centre, (08) 8384 9969, TrudyAnn.Thompson@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Monday 7th of December 2026
Attachments:
- Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Role Description
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Applicant Information:
- We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
- 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.
- 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: 943634
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