Registered Nurse/Clinical Nurse (Emergency Department) - South Australia
SA Health - Limestone Coast Local Health Network
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Domain: Healthcare & Medical → Nursing - A&E, Critical Care & ICU
Work type: On-site
Posted 1 day ago
Emergency Department - Multiple Nursing Positions
* Exciting opportunity to join our refurbished emergency department and new purpose-built emergency short stay unit
* Grow and expand your career with a team making a real difference to our community
* We'll support your move with relocation and accommodation, so you enjoy our scenic lifestyle opportunities.
Please Note: Position is located in Mount Gambier, South-East region of South Australia.
Job reference:
Location: 5290 – Mt Gambier
Job status: Full Time & Part Time Contracts | Ongoing | Various Hours
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
We are growing – be part of our journey.
Join our Emergency Department including short stay unit team and help shape brighter futures.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) has expanded the Emergency Department (ED) to include a six bed ED short stay unit. The ED provides emergency care to approximately 25,000 presentations per year across all Australasian Triage Scale (ATS) categories with presentations projected to increase. As the only service of its kind in regional South Australia, the ED comprising of a range of nursing careers and we are seeking clinical, registered and enrolled nursing staff to be employed across the department.
Be part of this innovative service and develop your emergency nursing career with the unique opportunities and lifestyle that working and living in regional South Australia can provide.
Our career opportunities
Join our diverse team of nursing professionals, the heartbeat of our health system, delivering compassionate care and vital supports to local communities.
We are seeking applicants who are passionate about ED nursing and the lives of consumers with a compassionate and person-centred approach to their work. Applicants must hold the required qualification/s for the position (refer to below link for further details) and possess strong communication and organisational skills to thrive in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary team.
Documents: Registered Nurse Role Description.pdf, Clinical Nurse Role Description.pdf
Our organisation
We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.
The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.
The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other:
* Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community
* Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
* Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures
* Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
* Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture
* Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living
Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health
Competitive wages : Our newly implemented Enterprise Agreement provides competitive wage increases
* Boost your take-home pay : Access to salary packaging and other benefits, including penalty rates for shift and weekend work (as per award) for some positions
* Modern facilities : Our refurbished Emergency Department and new short stay unit is purpose built to provide evidence-based, high-quality emergency care and short-term observation and treatment for ED patients
* Career Growth : Opportunities for professional development and upskilling to help grow and pursue your career aspirations in emergency nursing
* Team Culture : Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community
* Personal-professional harmony : Our flexible working arrangements encourage the important balance between rewarding work and your own personal commitments and interests.
* Wellbeing initiatives : Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace.
* Relocation support : Up to $13,000 support available for relocation to Mount Gambier with up to 3 months (Domestic) or up to 6 months (international) accommodation provided
* Diversity and inclusion celebrated : fostering a workplace where individuality is valued, cultural differences are embraced, and everyone feels a strong sense of belonging
How to apply
Please ensure you complete the application form and select the positions you are interested in.
Further information on applying for positions can be found on the SA Health Careers website – How to apply
Enquiries
For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Karen Cahir, Recruitment Coordinator on Phone: or via E-mail:
Multiple ongoing full time or part time positions are available, hours can be negotiated, and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.
* RN/RM1: 74,831 - 102,103 p.a (pro rata) + superannuation + leave loading + salary sacrifice benefits
* RN/RM2: 87,416 - 110,497 p.a (pro rata) + superannuation + leave loading + salary sacrifice benefits
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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 appropriate immunisation requirements.
* DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
* National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position
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.
Application Closing Date
28 November 2025 - 11.55PM
Please note, we will be shortlisting and conducting interviews throughout the advertisement period. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly as applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Attachments
JCS+RegisteredNurse+Emergency+final.pdf
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
About SA Health - Limestone Coast Local Health Network
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