• Central Adelaide Local Health Network – The Royal Adelaide Hospital
• Salary RN-1 $74,831 - $102,103 p.a. (pro rata) + superannuation and salary packaging
• Salary RN-2 $87,416 - $110,497 p.a. (pro rata) + superannuation and salary packaging
• Permanent, temporary, full-time and part-time positions

About the role

The Cystic Fibrosis service at the Royal Adelaide is part of the SAHealth Cystic Fibrosis service across Children's health service and Adult health service, providing inpatient support, outpatient Multi Disciplinary Team clinics and manages its own Hospital in the Home (HITH) program. It is a dynamic and vital service providing nursing and medical support to a specific population of Chronic health patients. The Cystic Fibrosis Clinical/ Registered Nurse supports and enables patient involvement in their treatment plans and is an integral component of the Heart & Lung nursing workforce. The CALHN Heart & Lung program – Respiratory Service, provides nursing services within current nursing models of care focussing on patient centred care.

RN- 1 The Registered Nurse level 1 develops from a novice practitioner to a proficient level of professional practice. They consolidate knowledge and skills and develop in capability through continuous professional development and experience. The Cystic Fibrosis Registered Nurse accepts accountability for their own standards of nursing care and works collaboratively with the Cystic Fibrosis Multidisciplinary team to deliver care.

RN-2 The Clinical Nurse (CN) role at this level is to assist with the provision of professional high quality patients/clients care within South Australian Cystic Fibrosis Service Program, CAHLN. This CN accepts accountability for their own practice standards, activities delegated to others and the guidance and development of less experienced staff. The CN continues to be predominantly clinical in nature; however employees are assigned appropriate portfolios. The allocation of portfolio responsibilities should be negotiated with each employee and be consistent with the career development plan for the employee as determined by their performance review/development plan.

The RN/ CN assists in the development and maintenance of long term therapeutic alliances with the clients who have Cystic Fibrosis and their carers, and contributes to the achievement of nursing best practice, facilitating the development and application of relevant nursing research. They also contribute to the achievement of professional expertise through the maintenance of ongoing personal professional development/continuing education.

Qualifications

See role descriptions for qualifications - knowledge of, or experience in, Cystic Fibrosis is not required for this role

Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Onsite Facilities: Convenient paid car parking facilities ensure easy access.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Team Support: Experience collaborative culture and professional supervision guiding your career journey.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 906645

Enquiries to:

Marie Haydon Position: Heart & Lung Program Nurse Manager
Phone: 0401 123 858
E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 4 July 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

906645 RD RN-1.pdf

906645 RD RN-2.pdf

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