REGISTERED NURSE – NEWLAND AND KATE HILL WARDS

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 Adelaide CBD, 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

An exciting opportunity is available to join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children, and young people. Based within Surgical Services in North Adelaide, you will deliver person-centred care across health settings, assessing needs, planning and coordinating services, and providing direct care or case management. You will work within a network dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation, and excellence.

Job Summary

• Employer Name: SA Health Department (Women’s and Children’s Health Network – WCHN)
• Employment Type: Full Time / Part Time /Temporary / Ongoing
• Required Education Level: Post graduate qualifications relevant to surgical nursing is highly desirable. Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with a current practicing experience
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Employment Location: North Adelaide, Adelaide CBD, South Australia
• Salary: AUD $77,824.00 - $106,187.00 + 12% Superannuation
• Application Deadline: 03 January 2027

Key Responsibilities

• Assess individual patient needs, and plan, implement, and coordinate appropriate clinical service delivery.
• Provide direct person-centred nursing care and individual case management while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Plan and coordinate essential healthcare services with other disciplines or external agencies.
• Review the clinical assessments and decisions of Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing, and students, while supporting less experienced registered nurses.
• Provide ward, team leader, or clinical coordination support as required on a shift-by-shift basis.

Skills & Requirements

• Clinical Competence: Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the NMBA holding a current practicing certificate. Must show demonstrated competence in the relevant area of surgical nursing practice in accordance with appropriate standards.
• Team Collaboration: Proven knowledge and understanding of the role of the Registered General Nurse/Midwife within a healthcare setting, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Communication & Leadership: Effective interpersonal communication skills, including proven problem-solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills. Eagerness to mentor students and support junior staff.

Benefits

• Competitive professional base salary ranges based on the RN/M1 classification tier ($77,824.00 - $106,187.00 p.a. + 12% Superannuation).
• 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 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
• Conditional provisions for negotiated Relocation Financial Support for eligible professionals transitioning into the health network.
• Immediate access to the Fitness Passport program, providing a discounted workplace health and fitness registry for staff and their families across South Australia.
• Free public transport to and from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
• Comprehensive leave provisions alongside professional development pathways and dedicated family support via the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Important Applicant Information

• Application Process: Please review the official role description, the immunisation requirements checklist, and the applicant documents checklist prior to submitting your application. Refer to the SA Health Careers Site for the Australian or International Applicant Guides.
• Contact Inquiries: Reach out to Rebecca Bewlex, Nurse Manager – Surgical Services, via phone at 8161 9977 or email at Rebecca.Bewlex@sa.gov.au for role descriptions or operational queries.
• Eligibility: Position open to everyone (local and eligible international applicants matching safety registry screening). Flexible ways of working part-time are highly promoted.

Required Application Documents:

• An up-to-date professional clinical nursing resume outlining your practice history, surgical ward capabilities, nursing skillsets, and clear contact parameters for references.
• A tailored covering letter addressing your clinical aptitude, your alignment with person-centred care principles, and your commitment to workplace professional safety.

Eligible applicants include:

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

About The Employer

The Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN) is South Australia’s leading public provider of specialized healthcare for women, babies, children, and young people. Driven by compassion, innovation, and excellence, WCHN fosters communities at the heart of its care frameworks. WCHN proudly operates as an Equal Opportunity employer that deeply values diversity, inclusion, and flexible workplace arrangements across all cultural backgrounds and communities.

Applicant Safety & Screening Reminder

• Appointments are strictly subject to satisfactory mandatory criminal history clearances and compliant immunisation screening checks as detailed in the network checklists.
• Candidates must be fully compliant with the occupational assessment, screening, and vaccination policy addressing vaccine-preventable diseases in metropolitan healthcare settings.
• 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: Registered Nurse - Newland and Kate Hill Wards / Job Reference: 943521