Nursing - Psych, Forensic & Correctional Health (Healthcare & Medical) Full time Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mental Health, Mount GambierOngoing Full TimeJoin Our Team as a Nurse Consultant in Mental Health with Limestone Coast Local Health Network! Are you a passionate mental health professional looking to make a significant impact?Limestone Coast Local Health Network is seeking a skilled Nurse Consultant in Mental Health to enhance the quality and safety of our mental health services across community, acute, and rehabilitation settings.About the Role: As a Nurse Consultant, you will provide clinical nursing expertise and leadership to support the recovery of mental health consumers.You will work autonomously, utilising your specialised knowledge to improve service outcomes and contribute to the overall quality of mental health care.Key Responsibilities: Deliver expert mental health nursing care and consultancy services.Provide clinical leadership to nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.Coordinate and lead projects and programs aimed at enhancing consumer/service outcomes.Accept accountability for your nursing practice, including the professional advice provided and the outcomes of nursing interventions.Engage with Aboriginal communities in a culturally appropriate manner, promoting inclusive practices.What We're Looking For: Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, holding a current practicing certificate, and hold a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing (or equivalent).At least 3 years of post-registration experience in mental health nursing.Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability in communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.Experience in supervising and leading multidisciplinary teams, as well as working with Aboriginal consumers.Knowledge of relevant legislation, safety standards, and mental health practices.Why Join Us? Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community.Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.Work within a supportive team that values innovation and professional development.Impactful Work: Contribute to improving mental health services and support recovery for consumers in our community.Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits.Applicant Information The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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 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 (direct contact with blood or body substances).Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Job ref: 881992 #J-18808-Ljbffr