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• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Country Health Connect, Barmera   
• Salary: $36.65 - $50.01 per hour + 25% casual loading - RN/M1
• Casual (up to 25 September 2025)

The Role

At this level, the Registered Nurse delivers exceptional nursing and midwifery services across various health settings, evolving from novice practitioners to skilled professionals. They enhance their expertise through ongoing professional development and hands-on experience. As a Registered Nurse, you'll provide comprehensive care to community clients both at home and in clinic environments. This role involves not only refining your skills and knowledge but also taking full responsibility for your own high standards of care and overseeing activities delegated to others. If you’re committed to advancing your practice and making a meaningful impact in patients' lives, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to grow and excel.

Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.

Please refer to the job pack below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities and qualifications.

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.

The Region

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn. Click here for more information about working for RMCLHN.

• We will provide support, both personally and professionally
• Give you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role
• Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments
• Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety

Barmera, situated in South Australia's picturesque Riverland region, offers a delightful blend of natural beauty and local charm. The town's centrepiece is Lake Bonney, a large freshwater lake perfect for boating, fishing, and swimming. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks along the lake, picnic by its shores, or partake in various water sports. Barmera also hosts vibrant community events and local markets that showcase its friendly atmosphere and cultural heritage. 

 About Barmera Workforce Factsheet.pdf

Looking for a change in scenery? – Nursing & Midwifery

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

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: 877853

Enquiries

Justine Baxter
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: 8588 0528
E-mail: justine.baxter@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

Thursday 25th September 2025 - 11.55PM

Attachments

 877853 Registered Nurse Job Pack.pdf

 JCS+RegisteredNurse+Community+final.pdf

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