Job reference: 928622
Location: Limestone Coast
Job status: Full Time & Part Time | Contracts & Ongoing | Various Hours
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
- Enjoy a lifestyle in the Limestone Coast with small commutes, affordable housing, and the freedom to live at your own pace
- Gain diverse hands-on experience with greater scope to build your skills and confidence, and improve the health of our community
- Benefit from supportive leadership, professional development opportunities, and amazing incentives (i.e. relocation expense and accommodation support, up to 6 months)
We are growing – be part of our journey.
Join our nursing team and make a meaningful difference, every day.
Be part of our health services and develop your career with the opportunities and lifestyle that working and living in regional South Australia can provide. We have opportunities available across the following areas:
- General Medical / Private Wards and Surgical
- Drug & Withdrawal beds
- Outpatient Department
- Emergency Department
- Maternity & Paediatrics
- High Dependency
- Chemotherapy and Infusion Suite
- Renal Dialysis
- Operating Theatres
Further details on rostering (24/7 or 5-day rosters) and conditions of employment specific to each clinical area are available in the application form.
Our career opportunities
We have multiple full-time and part-time opportunities available in the following occupations, some of which include working evenings, nights and weekends depending on the setting. Please the links below for detailed role descriptions:
- Associate Nurse Unit Manager
- RN2A (base $103,353 - $110,497 p.a. full time equivalent*)
- Registered Nurse / Clinical Nurse
- RN1 / RN2C (base $74,831 - $110,497 p.a. full time equivalent*)
- Dual Midwife / Registered Nurse
- RN/M1 (base $74,831 - $102,103 p.a. full time equivalent*)
- In addition to the base salaries referenced above, the positions attract superannuation, leave loading, zone allowance, once off incidental payment (conditions apply), professional development allowance, and salary packaging benefits (salary packaging).
- Enrolled Nurse
- ENDP (base commencing at $63,992, up to $78, 386 p.a. full time equivalent which is inclusive of zone allowance, once off incidental payment (conditions apply), professional development allowance and minimum offering of penalty shifts**)
**In addition to the salary referenced above, the position attracts superannuation, leave loading, and salary packaging benefits (salary packaging).
We are seeking applicants who are passionate about enhancing the lives of consumers with a compassionate and person-centred approach to their work. Applicants must hold registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and possess strong communication and organisational skills to thrive in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary team.
Our organisation
We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1700 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.
The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.
The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other:
- Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community
- Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
- Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures
- Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
- Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture
- Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living
Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health
Our benefits
- Boost your take-home pay: Access to salary packaging and other benefits, including rural and remote incentive payments
- Modern facilities: Our new innovative Emergency Department short stay and Medical Ward drug and alcohol beds are open at the Mount Gambier and Districts Health Service for people needing specialised support, focused on recovery and rehabilitation
- Career growth: Opportunities for professional development and upskilling to help grow and pursue your career aspirations in nursing
- Team culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community
- Personal-professional harmony: Our flexible working arrangements encourage the important balance between rewarding work and your own personal commitments and interests.
- Wellbeing initiatives: Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace.
- Relocation support: Up to $13,000 support available for relocation to the Limestone Coast with up to 3 months (domestic) or up to 6 months (international) accommodation provided (financial advice is recommended for fringe benefits tax purposes)
- Diversity and inclusion celebrated: Fostering a workplace where individuality is valued, cultural differences are embraced, and everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.
Enquiries
For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Karen Cahir on 0407 629 871 or email: [email protected]
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 satisfactory criminal and relevant history screening and appropriate immunisation compliance, 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.
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.
Application closing date
We are recruiting for multiple roles, with applications open until 31st December 2026. Shortlisting and interviews will occur in rounds throughout this period, and positions will be filled as successful candidates are identified.
To be considered in the earliest selection round, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Applications will be considered in subsequent rounds if positions remain vacant. Previous applicants need not apply.
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