ENROLLED NURSE – AGED CARE (MULTIPLE POSITIONS)

Best suited for: Australian citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand citizens, Subclass 485/491/191 visa holders who seeking an exceptional regional health sector job experience in Kangaroo Island Region, South Australia.

Please note: The SA Health Department may provide Sponsorship Visas to eligible international applicants who qualify for the relevant Skilled Occupation List.

About this opportunity

At Kangaroo Island Health Service, we are offering rewarding full-time opportunities for Enrolled Nurses within our Carnarvon and Anchusa Nursing Homes, combining meaningful work with a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Working with a high level of autonomy and clinical confidence, you will be responsible for delivering safe, person-centred care within your full scope of practice, while remaining accountable to the Registered Nurse for delegated activities and contributing to high-quality outcomes for residents.

Job Summary

Operating within the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, you will play a vital role in providing person-centered clinical care, supporting health service systems, and managing patient care plans. You will assist in coordinating care delivery challenges, contribute to process improvements, and serve as a mentor and educator to guide students and new staff.

• Employer Name: SA Health Department (Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network)
• Employment Type: Ongoing / Full Time (Multiple Positions
• Required Education Level: Certificate in Clinical Nursing, registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with practical experience
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Employment Location: Kingscote, Kangaroo Island, South Australia
• Salary: AUD $66,552 - $77,824 per annum + Penalties + Super + Benefits
• Application Deadline: 1 Dec 2026 (Ongoing / Apply now)

Key Responsibilities

• Delivers safe, high-quality patient care, including assessments and routine clinical procedures.
• Works under direction of a Registered Nurse to plan, prioritise and complete care within scope.
• Provides person-centred care and education to patients, families and carers.
• Supports team-based care, including supervising assistants, students and contributing to staff development.
• Actively pursues ongoing professional development and continuous learning.

Skills & Requirements

• Clinical Competence: Registered or Clinical Nurse committed to delivering highly safe, professional, and consistent nursing practices.
• Leadership & Mentoring: Proven motivation to support and guide less experienced staff, fostering a proactive learning environment.
• Professional Development: Strong commitment to continuously developing personal clinical knowledge, skills, and evidence-based frameworks through ongoing experience.

Benefits

• Competitive professional base salary ranges based on classification tier ($66,552 - $77,824 p.a + Penalties + Super).
• Generous Salary Packaging Options allowing up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (mortgage, rent, utility bills, groceries) plus an extra $2,650 for meal entertainment.
• Conditional provisions for negotiated Relocation Financial Support and dedicated candidate care support officers for eligible transitioning professionals.
• Immediate access to the Fitness Passport program, providing a discounted workplace health and fitness registry for staff and their families.
• Comprehensive leave provisions alongside professional career advancement opportunities to extend, progress, or consolidate your nursing path.
• Dedicated support systems for you and your family via our free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Important Applicant Information

• Application Process: Please review the official BHFLHN Applicant Checklist and the Australian applicant guidelines prior to submitting your formal portal answers.
• Contact Inquiries: Reach out to Sophie Taylor, Senior Aged Care Administration on Phone: 0885534210 or via E-mail: sophie.taylor5@sa.gov.au for role descriptions or operational queries.
• Eligibility: Position open to everyone (local and eligible international applicants matching safety registry screening).

Required Application Documents:

• An up-to-date professional trade resume outlining your mechanical maintenance history, light/heavy asset experience, technical skills, and clear contact parameters for references.
• A tailored covering letter addressing your mechanical aptitude, your alignment with the core selection criteria, and your structural commitment to workplace safety.

Eligible applicants include:

• Australian citizens
• Permanent Residents (PR)
• New Zealand citizens
• Subclass 485 / 491 / 191 visa holders

About The Employer

The Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network (BHFLHN) spans from Kangaroo Island to Eudunda, surrounding the metropolitan perimeter to deliver exceptional health services to regional communities. Based in Kingscote, the Kangaroo Island Health Service combines an enviable coastal lifestyle with outdoor living and a strong local services hub. BHFLHN prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity employer that deeply values diversity, inclusion, and flexible ways of working across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and communities.

Applicant Safety & Screening Reminder

• Appointments are strictly subject to mandatory employment screening checks as detailed on the front page of the official Role Description.
• Candidates must be fully compliant with the occupational assessment, screening, and vaccination policy addressing vaccine-preventable diseases.
• Never provide upfront financial money, system processing fees, or tool bonds to any health network hiring portal or contact agent.
• Do not share sensitive private financial data or your Tax File Number (TFN) from your initial submission files.

Original Source: SA Health Vacancies Board — Position: Enrolled Nurse - Aged Care / Job Reference: 931959