Community Nurse - Port Lincoln

• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Community and Allied Health, Port Lincoln
• Salary: $72,651 - $99,129 p.a (pro rata) + super + allowances + leave loading + salary sacrifice benefits - RN/M1
• Temporary Part Time (64 hours per fortnight, up to 29 August 2025) 

Join Our Team as a Community Nurse in Port Lincoln!

Are you a compassionate and skilled nurse looking to make a meaningful difference in your community? We are looking for a dedicated Community Nurse to join our team in Port Lincoln, where you will provide exceptional, person-centred care and case management to patients in a diverse community setting.

Role Overview:

As a Community Nurse, you’ll deliver direct, individualised nursing care to patients with a range of complexities and cultural backgrounds. Your role will encompass:

• Health Promotion & Education: Empower patients and carers with the knowledge and skills to enhance their health outcomes.
• Support & Guidance: Mentor newer or less experienced staff, Enrolled Nurses, student nurses, and other healthcare workers.
• Clinical Care Across Regions: Deliver nursing care across the Eyre & Far North region based on service needs and requirements.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications: Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse or Nurse/Midwife by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, with a current practicing certificate, with at least 2 years post graduate experience.
• Competence: Demonstrated nursing practice in line with relevant standards.
• Skills: Effective communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and manage priorities with creativity and flexibility.
• Commitment: A dedication to providing consumer/client and family-centred care.

The Region

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) covers almost 440,000 square kilometres of spectacular South Australia, supporting about 40,000 people living around Eyre Peninsula and the Far North of the state.

With its ancient outback landscapes and culture, boutique vineyards, renowned oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, the Eyre Peninsula and Far North offers a lifestyle that will inspire and energise you. The region enjoys a Mediterranean style climate so there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy everything the region has to offer. From surfing and fishing to hiking and exploring the outback – create your best life, right here.

Being part of Eyre and Far North Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.

To find out more about working in Eyre and Far North LHN visit Eyre and Far North LHN | SA Health.

Explore Port Lincoln Hospital

Port Lincoln, South Australia, is a stunning coastal destination renowned for its marine adventures and fresh seafood. Visitors can experience thrilling activities like shark cage diving and swimming with sea lions, while the region's pristine beaches and rugged cliffs offer breathtaking views and outdoor fun. With its charming town and vibrant local culture, Port Lincoln is a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Why Join Us

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the Port Lincoln community.
• Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Job security and inclusions: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation, leave loading and allowances), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

Applicant Information

This is a part time vacancy working 64 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.

Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

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

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: 875279

Enquiries

Cathryn Northcott
Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: 8689 1006
E-mail: cathryn.northcott@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

17th September 2024 - 11:55PM 

Attachments

875279 Community Nurse - Job Pack.pdf

JCS+RegisteredNurse+final.pdf

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