CALHN Clinical Nurse Infection Prevention and Control Unit

Job no: 911838

Work type: Part time

Location: Various

Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary RN-2 $87,416 - $110,497 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary up to 3/7/26 and part-time working 28 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Nurse to provide high-quality nursing and/or midwifery services across a variety of health service settings. At this level, you will have developed from a competent to a proficient practitioner, supported by both experience and/or further study. You will play a key role in delivering safe, evidence-based care while actively contributing to the overall functioning of the team and supporting positive patient outcomes.

In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will accept accountability for your own professional practice, delegate appropriately, and support the development of less experienced staff. You may also be assigned a specific portfolio aligned with your interests and career development goals, as identified in your performance review. This is a rewarding opportunity to further your leadership skills while remaining hands-on in a patient-centred care environment.

About You

You are an experienced and skilled Registered Nurse passionate about delivering high-quality care and leading clinical teams. With strong problem-solving and communication abilities, you thrive in a multidisciplinary environment and are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

• Registered Nurse with current NMBA registration and at least 3 years post-registration experience
• Proven competence in acute/subacute care and diabetes patient education
• Experienced in leading and mentoring nursing staff and students
• Well-versed in healthcare legislation, quality improvement, and contemporary nursing practices

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 Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• 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.
• 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

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: 911838

Enquiries to:

Kade Polson

Position: Interim Nurse Manager Outpatients Central

E-mail:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 29 August 2025

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

Australian applicant guidelines

Advertised: 14 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 29 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time