Sunrise EMR Optimisation Lead

Job no: 920864

Work type: Part time

Location: Far North

Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Nursing/Midwifery, Project and Program Management

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla or Port Augusta
• RN/M3 | Part Time 0.8 FTE | Temporary (up to 31 July 2026)
• Base Salary Range: $125,183 - $130,779 p.a (pro rata)
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, Zone Allowance and once off Incidental Payment (conditions apply), Professional Development Allowance, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).

Join our innovative digital health team and lead meaningful improvements in electronic medical record optimisation across the Flinders and Upper North region

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you'll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You'll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

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Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:

• Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here
• Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply

About the Role:

The Sunrise EMR Optimisation Lead is responsible for the management, delivery, and evaluation of optimisation and improvement initiatives for the Sunrise EMR program across the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network (FUNLHN). This pivotal role focuses on driving system integration, clinician engagement, and the continuous enhancement of digital health processes to support safe, efficient, and high-quality care delivery. You will provide expert advice, strategic guidance, and hands-on leadership in improving program utilisation and consistency in clinical documentation, ensuring the platform supports optimal patient outcomes.

In this role, you will collaborate with clinicians, administrative teams, and other key stakeholders to identify areas for improvement, implement solutions, and oversee education and support for staff interacting with Sunrise EMR. The position also ensures compliance with best practice standards and statutory reporting requirements, contributing to the integrity and reliability of inpatient and outpatient data. By combining technical expertise with clinical insight, you'll help shape a digitally connected, patient-centred health system that drives excellence across FUNLHN.

If you're passionate about improving healthcare delivery through innovation and collaboration, we want to hear from you

Looking for a change in scenery? – Nursing

About You:

• Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
• Demonstrated competence in the use of Sunrise EMR system.
• Experience in management and leadership roles.
• Experience in data analysis and interpretation.

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• This is a part time vacancy, working 64 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.
• 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.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 920864

Want To Know More? Contact:

Scott Leverington - Digital Health Project Manager, ,

Application Closing Date: Friday 21st November :55 PM

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Advertised: 07 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 21 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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