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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• The Royal Adelaide Hospital
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• Salary  RN-3   $125,183 - $130,779 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Permanent part-time working 10 hours per fortnight 
• 5 day roster 

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

As a Nurse Consultant, you lead expert perioperative care and surgical support that lifts patient outcomes and theatre flow. You manage complex practice, build strong clinical partnerships and shape safer, smarter ways of working across the service.

Key duties
• Lead expert surgical assist across perioperative care
• Partner with surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre teams
• Drive safe practice and align with policy and standards
• Build staff skill through coaching and education
• Shape service growth, policy and quality improvement
• Liaise with suppliers to support fit-for-purpose equipment

About You

You are a confident perioperative Nurse Consultant who brings clinical credibility, calm leadership and a genuine drive to improve surgical care. You know what great looks like and work with teams to deliver it, every day.

• Current AHPRA registration as a registered nurse
• Postgraduate PNSA Masters or enrolment with approved provider
• Extensive perioperative experience aligned to PNSA study pathway
• Advanced surgical assist, including laparoscopic and robotic skills
• Clear communicator who leads, prioritises and drives safe practice

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       RD
• 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, Sunday, 1 March 2026

Job Ref: 927797

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