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• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin Hospital – Elizabeth Vale
• Salary: $103,353 - $110,497 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – RN2A
• Ongoing Full-Time

About the Role:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a dedicated Associate Nurse Unit Manager to lead our Recovery unit.

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.

As Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Recovery, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional post-operative care whilst supporting clinical governance and staff development. In this role, you'll directly contribute to positive patient experiences during critical recovery phases, mentor emerging nursing talent and help shape the future of healthcare delivery.

The perioperative suite at the Lyell McEwin Hospital contains:

• theatre holding bay
• 9 operating theatres
• 1 procedure room
• 18 bay recovery unit

We perform high acuity complex surgeries including, but not limited to, liver resections, major colorectal and upper GI surgery, major urology surgery, complex caesarean sections, bariatric surgery, major and trauma orthopaedics.

Other types of procedures performed include gynaecology, plastics, ENT, paediatric, dental, ECT, gastroscopies and colonoscopies.

A significant volume of our procedures are emergency cases and we are supported by a large HDU/ICU.

There will at times be opportunities to support Modbury Hospital perioperative areas and you may be required to work across both sites.

We offer:

• flexible shifts available across a 24/7 roster
• opportunities for further career development and growth
• a friendly team with an energetic work environment
• supportive and accessible management team
• support in multi-skilling and opportunities to train in other perioperative areas (such as scrub/scout and anaesthetics) for those who are interested in broadening their skill set

In recovery we have a vibrant and energetic team committed to providing exceptional care to all of our patients. We have a large array of skilled staff, complimented by a great mix of senior, intermediate and junior staff. This array of staff means we can pride ourselves on our welcoming team, with the opportunity to learn and develop critical clinical skills, caring for a large diversity of patients in a supported environment. The management team is approachable and has a passion for encouraging further learning opportunities and a promoting a balanced lifestyle. 

To be eligible for this position, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.

About You:

Are you a dedicated, compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

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.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

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: 913876

Enquiries:

DSSA Nurse Manager

Phone: (08) 8182 9313

E-mail: Health.DSSANurseManager@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date:

26 September 2025 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

 913876 - Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Recovery - RN2A - role description.pdf

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.