Community Nurse - Port Lincoln (multiple positions) at SA Health

, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Oct, 26

Salary

114917.0

Posted On

07 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Wound Management, Venepuncture, CVAD Management, Urinary Catheter Management, Baxter Infusions, Stoma Management, Medication Administration, Post-Acute Care, Case Management, Clinical Mentoring, Person-Centred Care, Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/532/ProviderAsset/scribble/d7c3dc23-c5ff-4ad0-80bc-aa0b178e148d.png] * Eyre and Far North Local Health Network - Community Nursing, Port Lincoln * Salary: RN/M2C: $90,913 - $114,917 p.a. (pro rata) / RN/M1: $77,824 - $106,187 p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits * Multiple Temporary Part-Time positions available (various contract end dates & hours), working over a 7 day roster Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either a RN/M2C or RN/M1, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience. Come and experience Port Lincoln and the surrounding areas while advancing your nursing skills! About the Role Looking for a change in your nursing career? Whether you're looking to expand your clinical skills, enjoy more flexibility or just need a change, we’d love to hear from you. Community nursing is a rewarding field where you’ll build strong connections with patients and families while supporting hospital avoidance strategies. Port Lincoln offers something rare - a genuine sea change paired with meaningful clinical work. SA Health's Eyre and Far North Local Health Network is seeking experienced community nurses to join the Port Lincoln Community & Allied Health team on part-time, long-term or short-term contracts. Multiple positions are available with various contract end dates and hours, working across a 7-day service. This is your opportunity to broaden your scope of practice while building lasting connections with patients and families in one of South Australia's most scenic coastal communities. You will provide various nursing services, including wound management (chronic, complex and acute), venepuncture, CVAD management, urinary catheter management, Baxter infusions, stoma management, medication administration and post-acute care. You’ll be part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team working alongside many specialist teams. Key Responsibilities: * Provide direct person-centred nursing care and individual case management to patients in a variety of community health settings. * Support the development of nursing practice by guiding less experienced staff and students. * Demonstrating sound knowledge and an understanding of the role of the Registered Nurse/Midwife within a health care setting, you will bring the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. * Manage and prioritise your workload effectively to meet care delivery goals. * Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, ensuring patient safety and optimal care standards. What We're Looking For: * Registered or eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for RN1 positions, Registered Nurse with at least 3 years of post-registration experience for RN2 positions. * Solid wound care knowledge with a broad understanding of wound care dressings and the healing process. * Ability to lead, support, and mentor other nursing staff, including students and enrolled nurses. * Commitment to consumer and family-centred care. * Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to be creative, innovative and flexible when approaching issues within the clinical setting. * Ability to work independently, and within a multidisciplinary team, prioritising care while meeting deadlines. About the Team You’ll be part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team, working alongside specialist nurses in areas including diabetes, cancer care (including breast, prostate, and other cancers), stoma care, palliative care, continence, community aged care, and NDIS. Our team is dedicated to supporting your professional growth while delivering exceptional care to our community. Ready to Make the Move? Multiple positions are available with varying hours and contract end dates, so whether you're looking for a longer commitment or a shorter-term arrangement to start, there's likely a contract that suits your situation. Apply now through the SA Health careers portal with a current CV and a cover letter addressing the key requirements. Please indicate your preferred hours and availability in your application so we can match you to the most suitable contract. For a confidential conversation, reach out to the hiring team via the contact details in the application listing. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all backgrounds. About Us With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you. The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna. Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications. Click here [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2Fpublic%2Bcontent%2Fsa%2Bhealth%2Binternet%2Fcareers%2Fworking%2Bfor%2Bsa%2Bhealth%2Four%2Bservices%2Fworking%2Bat%2Befnlhn%2Fworking%2Bat%2Beyre%2Band%2Bfar%2Bnorth%2Blocal%2Bhealth%2Bnetwork&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451682015%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=NhkXFVLJJY2OGLN6VB0CWC3VWqrwVh9kcUIUEKeyrHI%3D&reserved=0] to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network. Why Join Us * Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North 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. * Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsecure.dc2.pageuppeople.com%2Fapply%2FTransferRichTextFile.ashx%3FsData%3DUFUtVjMtZwnF_jlr-iv2ZkRi7_asJF9LYAl3CTrCXw7hBHlu8JqbF3nRuoWVpdcm5vcFJ6Wd0fnLoqy8a4-_iUsxZ2YJ6oLQTkZkl9c-HiT0nCBVZ-YqIy4ukHDH5_5MZ5EGHa_skls136cU28kHjZDunMf47Q~~&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451706875%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WdyuJOOW59QUf7Lds0lLguQHERSqhkw%2F35qMDea1rhw%3D&reserved=0] * Wellbeing and counselling support: support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program * Relocation support: relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2Fpublic%2Bcontent%2Fsa%2Bhealth%2Binternet%2Fcareers%2Fworking%2Bfor%2Bsa%2Bhealth%2Four%2Bbenefits%2Frelocation%2Bsupport&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451729683%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zmjrr5rtWsS4xrvb0MfHmG9RgK5kOiU%2FRVCKSzTp0u4%3D&reserved=0]. * Employee recognition: supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion SA Health is 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, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best. 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) * DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check * 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 [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2FPublic%2BContent%2FSA%2BHealth%2BInternet%2FClinical%2BResources%2FClinical%2BPrograms%2Band%2BPractice%2BGuidelines%2FImmunisation%2Bfor%2Bhealth%2Bprofessionals%2FHealth%2Bcare%2Bworker%2Bimmunisation%2Band%2Bscreening%2Brequirements&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451752467%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zUVAO72F1NWXpEzqw5vguOWvhnATZHL9IHpzvduw0Qk%3D&reserved=0] in the workplace. For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job Ref: 941332 Enquiries Cathryn Northcott Position: Nurse Unit Manager Phone: 0479 175 436 E-mail: cathryn.northcott@sa.gov.au [cathryn.northcott@sa.gov.au] Application Closing Date: 28 July 2026 - 11:55PM Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2Fpublic%2Bcontent%2Fsa%2Bhealth%2Binternet%2Fcareers%2Fhow%2Bto%2Bapply%2Fhow%2Bto%2Bapply&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451775323%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PloiVlY%2F1WiA0pN5ljZda%2B9nHR51yqoRh584DQ%2BxSXM%3D&reserved=0] for further information. 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Responsibilities

Provide person-centred nursing care and individual case management to patients across various community health settings. Support the development of nursing practice by guiding students and less experienced staff while contributing to quality improvement initiatives.