• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Salary RN-1 $74,831 - $102,103 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Multiple permanent full-time and part-time positions
• Positions available in surgical ward areas including Trauma & Ortho, ENT & Vascular Surgery. Contracts are for 7 day rosters rotating across all shifts - no set days or shifts.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse at this level, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality nursing and/or midwifery care within a supportive and dynamic health service environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop from a novice practitioner to a proficient clinician, consolidating your knowledge and skills while contributing to positive patient outcomes. You will engage in continuous professional development, learning from experienced colleagues, and applying best-practice standards to enhance your professional practice.

In this role, you will take accountability for your own nursing or midwifery standards and for the safe delegation of tasks to others, ensuring the delivery of safe, compassionate, and patient-centred care. You will become an integral part of a collaborative team, supporting colleagues and contributing to a culture of excellence, innovation, and professional growth. This position is ideal for those who are passionate about advancing their career while making a real difference in the lives of patients and the broader community.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Registered Nurse who thrives in a dynamic healthcare environment and is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. You are adaptable, collaborative, and dedicated to ongoing professional development.

Key Attributes:

Registered or eligible for registration with the Nursing Board of Australia and holding (or eligible for) a current practising certificate

Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively

Creative, flexible, and innovative in approach, with a demonstrated commitment to consumer and family-centred care

Sound knowledge of nursing practice standards, relevant legislation, codes of ethics, and quality improvement systems within healthcare

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 Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• 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 Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

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: 915199

Enquiries to:

Kylie Burns Position: Nurse Manager
Phone: 0421 057 681
E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 3 October 2025

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

915199 RD RAH Surgical Ward Registered Nurses.pdf

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