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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• The Royal Adelaide Hospital
• Salary    RN-4   $132,177 - $137,771 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time 

Nursing Careers at CALHN 

Join our dedicated nursing team at CALHN, where you’ll help shape the future of health through world-class care and research - achieving the extraordinary every day.

• Be part of a safe and connected, person-centred nursing community
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
• Grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment
• Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Lead patient safety across CALHN by shaping strong systems, clear governance and a learning culture. You’ll guide risk and incident practice, partner with leaders, and turn insight into action that lifts care quality and outcomes across all sites.

Key duties
• Lead patient safety and clinical risk systems across CALHN
• Drive risk practice aligned to national standards and policy
• Build team capability through coaching and targeted training
• Oversee incident, SLS and adverse event follow up
• Deliver timely RCA, reports, metrics and exec insight
• Partner with leaders to embed learning and reduce harm

About You

You bring strong clinical credibility and lead with purpose, clarity and care. You know how to turn risk insight into safer systems and guide people through change.

• Registered or eligible Nurse with NMBA practising certificate
• Proven lead in patient safety and clinical risk systems
• Confident with ISO 31000, WHS Act SA and safety policy
• Strong analysis, clear advice and quality written reports
• Lead teams, influence change and grow staff capability

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development – funding + study leave for growth opportunities
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required be required    925892 RD Manager Patient Safety .pdf    
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Friday 30 January 2026
Job Ref: 925892 

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Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position