• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mount Gambier
• RN/M1 | Full/Part Time Contracts | Ongoing/Temporary
• Multiple Positions Available
• Salary: $74,831 - $102,103 p.a (pro rata)
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a new and exciting opportunity?

Mount Gambier & District Health Service is currently seeking skilled nurses to join our expanding Medical Ward nursing team. As part of a Labor government election commitment, we will soon be opening two dedicated Drug and Alcohol Withdrawal Inpatient Beds within the Medical Ward. This exciting development offers experienced medical nurses a chance to broaden their skills, as well as an opportunity for nurses working in the AOD sector to transition into a new practice setting. The Drug and Alcohol Withdrawal Inpatient Bed model of care is the first of its kind for regional South Australia, with few comparable models nationally.

What’s exciting?

• Two new beds opening in a purpose-built space featuring private ensuites, a shared lounge, courtyard, and multipurpose room.
• Provision of local, medically supervised withdrawal care for people dependent on alcohol and other drugs. Admissions will be planned, voluntary, and focused on keeping care closer to home while strengthening partnerships with local AOD services.
• A fantastic opportunity to work closely with a smaller group of patients and develop advanced clinical skills.
• Gain experience in complex care coordination, discharge planning, and recovery-focused nursing.
• Increased opportunities for collaboration between junior and senior nurses, fostering mentorship, hands-on learning, and professional growth within a supportive team environment.

About the role:

As a Registered Nurse you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality nursing care to patients across both the medical ward and the new Drug and Alcohol Withdrawal Inpatient Beds. Rostering will be managed centrally, providing you with the opportunity to work across both areas and broaden your clinical experience. You will be responsible for assessing patient needs, planning, and implementing individualised care, and coordinating services to support optimal health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe and effective nursing care to patients within medical and withdrawal unit settings.
• Develop clinical skills through continuous professional learning and hands-on experience.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide integrated physical and psychosocial support.
• Maintain accountability for your practice standards and contribute to quality care by supporting team members and delegating appropriately.

What We Are Looking For:

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse or Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, holding a current practising certificate.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in the relevant area of nursing practice, aligned with professional standards.
• Ability to provide empathetic, non-judgmental care for patients undergoing medical and substance withdrawal treatment.
• A strong commitment to teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement in care delivery.

See role description for qualifications.

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.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
• Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the south-eastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN

Applicant Information

Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, we have a variety of permanent and temporary roles available to suit your lifestyle and career goals.

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)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 907825

Enquiries

Karen Cahir
Business Support Officer
Phone: 0403 108 062
E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date

Friday 15th August 2025 - 11.55PM

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

Attachments

907825 RN/M1 Role Description.pdf

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