Apply now Job no: 940631
Work type: Part time
Location: Far North
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery
* Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta
* RN/M2A | Part Time 0.74 FTE | Ongoing
* Base Salary Range: $107,487 - $114,917 p.a (pro rata)
Join us as an Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Discharge Planner and help coordinate safe, high-quality patient care transitions!
Discover the Flin ders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meet s Opportunity
Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.
Here, you'll have more time for what matters most - whether that's exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.
When you join us, you're not just taking a job - you're becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. You'll work across discipline-specific and multi-disciplinary teams, gaining experience in diverse settings that challenge and inspire you. We invest in your future through continuing education and professional development opportunities, so you can grow your skills and advance your career -all while making a real difference in the lives of people in our region.
To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN
* Financial Incentive: You may be eligible for Regional and Locality allowance (where applicable) and salary packaging to increase your take‐home pay.
* Grow Your Career:Access professional development and upskilling opportunities to achieve your career goals.
* Work-life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
* Prioritise Your Wellbeing:Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
* Accommodation Assistance:Support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).
About the Role:
Youwill provide person-centred nursing care and case management while supporting the coordination of safe and effective patient discharge planning. Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary teams, you will assist with service coordination, patient flow, practice improvement and day-to-day operational activities to support positive patient outcomes. You will also provide leadership, guidance and clinical support to less experienced staff while contributing to education, quality improvement and continuity of care across the service.
* Registered or eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with a current practising certificate.
* Minimum 3 years post-registration experience or currently classified as a Clinical Nurse/Midwife.
* Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
* Demonstrated competence in nursing practice and experience supporting students and less experienced staff.
* Please refer to the role descriptions below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
* Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
* SA Health is 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, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
* We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
* 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.
* This is a part time vacancy, working 56 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.
Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply for further information.
Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network 41 subscribers
Advertised: 30 May 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Jun 2026 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Standard Time
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