About the role
Reporting to the Clinical Manager Wards, the After‑Hours Hospital Coordinator is a pivotal senior nursing role, responsible for leading and coordinating safe, high‑quality care across our inpatient wards during night duty. Practising as an experienced and autonomous Registered Nurse, this role provides clinical leadership, supports effective patient flow, and oversees the delivery of evidence‑based nursing care. You will play a central role in clinical decision making, appropriate delegation and supervision, and ensuring staff and patient safety after hours.
The After‑Hours Hospital Coordinator is a trusted clinical resource, offering expertise in complex situations, coordinating emergency responses, and ensuring the effective allocation of staff and resources across all ward and COU areas. Working collaboratively, you will contribute to service improvement, uphold clinical standards, and foster the development, engagement and wellbeing of the nursing team overnight.
This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished RN to step into a leadership position within our professional and supportive team at our Stepney location. The role is offered at 0.8 FTE.
Burnside Hospital's history is steeped in strong community connection. Often described as a country hospital in the city, we're proud of our reputation for high‑quality care and providing a warm and welcoming environment for patients and our people. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care throughout the patient journey and are seeking an employer who values individual contribution, champions professional development, and offers meaningful and fulfilling career pathways, we want to hear from you Click 'Apply' to view the Position Description and submit your application.
As an employee of Burnside Hospital, you will enjoy the benefit of
* A Healthy Work-Life Balance: We seek to provide you with an exceptional life experience. That's why we offer flexible working hours and schedules within a supportive environment that value both your professional and personal life.
* Convenience and Safety: Free car parking options available at our hospitals, located in the eastern suburbs close to the city.
* Career Development: We offer structured training programs, educational support, and development initiatives to help you build your capabilities and potential for career and personal growth. We're a stable and secure organisation with a reputation for quality service, big enough to provide opportunities while being small enough to know your name so you'll feel seen and heard.
* Competitive Benefits: Our not-for-profit status allows us to offer salary-sacrificing arrangements where a portion of your income (up to $18,550) is allocated to pay for approved living expenses, meals, entertainment, and vehicle novated leasing before your income tax is calculated, meaning you pay less income tax and have more money in your pocket.
* Wellbeing: We ensure our people are well supported through free counselling and physiotherapy assistance, free flu vaccinations, and generous leave entitlements.
* Peer Recognition: We value everyone's contributions, and our reward and recognition program is designed to celebrate the people who truly embody our values and make our workplace exceptional.
* Impactful Work: Working at Burnside Hospital means making a difference in the lives of the people we serve. You'll be part of a team that is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our patients every day.
About us
Burnside Hospital is one of South Australia's foremost private healthcare providers, offering a range of services and clinics across our two sites, Toorak Gardens and Stepney, caring for and supporting the thousands of patients who choose to have their healthcare needs met here each year. We are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients, their families, and the community and pride ourselves on our values-based approach of caring with empathy and respect, prioritising safety and wellbeing, and investing in continuous learning and professional growth. We work together as a team and value diversity, ensuring a positive, inclusive culture for everyone.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory working with children check and pre-employment health assessment.