Acute and Urgent Care Specialist Geriatric Dementia Unit

Job no: 917094

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Northfield
• Salary ENC/END $63,992 - $74,831 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time and part-time positions

About the Role

As an Enrolled Nurse in the Specialist Geriatric Dementia Unit, you will play an important role in delivering compassionate, person-centred care to older patients. Working under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will support the care team in meeting the complex needs of patients, promoting their independence, dignity, and wellbeing. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include assisting with assessments, monitoring patient health, and contributing to a safe, respectful, and culturally appropriate care environment.

This role offers an opportunity to grow from a novice to a proficient Enrolled Nurse through hands-on experience and continuous professional development. You will be supported in applying your knowledge and skills while maintaining accountability for your own practice. If you're passionate about aged care and thrive in a team-focused, values-driven setting, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older South Australians.

About You

You are a dedicated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse who takes pride in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. With strong communication skills and a team-focused approach, you are committed to supporting patients and colleagues alike.

• Enrolled or eligible for enrolment with the Nursing Board of Australia
• Skilled in prioritising care, recognising clinical changes, and reporting appropriately
• Proven experience delivering nursing care aligned with professional standards
• Strong understanding of the Enrolled Nurse's role, scope of practice, and relevant legislation

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 Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 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.

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Kailyn Reid

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Application Closing Date

11.55 pm Friday 24 October 2025

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

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Advertised: 09 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 24 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time