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• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Yorketown Hospital
• Multiple Ongoing and Temporary Part Time positions available (various hours)
• Salary
  • RN/RM1 $74,831 - $102,103 p.a. (pro rata)  + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Remote Zone Allowance
  • ENC/END $63,992 - $74,831 p.a. (pro rata)  + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Remote Zone Allowance
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

Discover Yorketown: Where Stunning Coastlines Meet Community Care, Fresh Local Flavours, and a Relaxed Rural Escape!

Discover a rewarding nursing career in one of South Australia’s most scenic and welcoming regions. With over 700km of spectacular coastline, the Yorke Peninsula offers pristine beaches, friendly communities, incredible local produce, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure.

At the heart of this beautiful region sits Yorketown - a peaceful rural town known for its warm community spirit, rich agricultural heritage, and laid-back lifestyle. It’s the perfect place to slow down, reconnect with nature, and be part of a community that truly values its health service.

Current Vacancies 

Registered Nurse

• Permanent Part Time – 3.4 FTE (Various Positions)
• Temporary Part Time – 0.74 FTE (28 hrs/week) until 3/10/2026

Enrolled Nurse

• Permanent Part Time – 0.32 FTE (12 hrs/week)

About Yorketown Hospital

Yorketown Hospital plays a vital role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our rural community. With 23 acute beds and a dedicated, compassionate workforce, we deliver essential services including:

• 24/7 Accident & Emergency
• Acute medical care
• Palliative care
• Colonoscopy day procedures

Our team thrives in a supportive, safe, and inclusive environment where your skills are valued and your growth is encouraged.

About the Roles

We are seeking Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses who are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will work across a diverse clinical environment, providing essential care to in-patients, outpatients, and emergency presentations.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver compassionate, clinically sound care across acute and emergency settings
• Support A&E presentations with professionalism, calm, and effective decision-making
• Assist in procedure facilities, working with the surgical team to ensure excellent outcomes
• Provide meaningful palliative support to patients and their families
• Engage in professional development and contribute to community health initiatives
• Work collaboratively within a close-knit, multidisciplinary team

Why Work With Us?

As an employee of Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, we offer the following benefits:

• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
• Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities
• Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to YNLHN staff and their families. 
• Relocation financial support may be available if relocating for this role. To find out more information please click here Relocation support | SA Health

Work with us - Yorke and Northern LHN

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network – We care for you

Click here to find out more about working with Yorke and Northern Local Health Network 

Please apply online and provide a cover letter and resume including referees. Job ref: 922356

Enquiries

Vanessa Watson
Position: CenSTaR Administration Officer
Phone: 0468810489
E-mail: vanessa.watson@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

23rd December 2025 at 11:55PM Central Australian Standard Time.

Applicant Information

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.

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 (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. 

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

922356 Enrolled Nurse Role Description.pdf

922356 Registered Nurse Role Description.pdf

Yorketown Fact Sheet.pdf