Careers search

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Country Health Connect, Mount Gambier
• Salary: RN/M3 $125,183 to $130,779 p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent Full-Time position
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

About the Role

Limestone Coast Local Health Network is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Nurse/Midwife Consultant to join the Better Care in the Community (BCIC) program as a Care Coordination Facilitator. This senior clinical role provides expert nursing/midwifery leadership and care coordination for clients with chronic and complex conditions who are at risk of frequent or prolonged hospital admissions.

Working with a high degree of autonomy, you will collaborate closely with hospitals, community health services, general practitioners, ambulance services and non-government organisations to improve hospital avoidance outcomes, enhance continuity of care and support people to remain safely in the community. This is a rewarding opportunity to influence service delivery, lead innovative models of care and make a meaningful impact in a regional setting.

How will you contribute? 

• Provide expert clinical nursing/midwifery care, case management and care coordination for clients with chronic disease and complex needs, with a strong focus on hospital avoidance.
• Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary care planning, complex discharge planning and service integration across acute, primary and community settings.
• Provide professional leadership, mentoring and clinical support to nursing, allied health and support staff within the BCIC program.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, education and research activities to improve client outcomes and system performance.

Who are we looking for? 

• A Registered Nurse or Midwife eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, with at least three years’ post-registration experience.
• A senior clinician with demonstrated expertise in chronic disease management, care coordination, hospital avoidance or community-based care.
• A confident leader with highly developed communication, problem-solving and change-management skills, able to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• A culturally responsive practitioner committed to consumer-centred care, continuous improvement and working respectfully with Aboriginal consumers and diverse communities

Why Join Us? 

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community 
• Access salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading – watch a short video about salary packaging.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available (see SA Health Careers - Relocation support for more information)
• 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

Click the image above to learn more about a career with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network

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 

Applicant Information

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

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 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

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Job ref: 927266

Enquiries

Loren Jenkins
Position: Regional Manager Community Nursing
Phone: 0428 111 835
E-mail: loren.jenkins@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

17 February 2026 - 2 week close - 11.55PM

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

Attachments

 927266 - RD - RN3 Nurse Consultant - BCIC Care Coordinator Facilitator FINAL .pdf

 JCS+RN+Community+final.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines

International applicant guidelines