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• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Crystal Brook Hospital
• AIN | Ongoing and Temporary | Part Time (various positions)
• Salary AIN $59,094 - $60,844 p.a. (pro rata) 
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

YORKE AND NORTHERN LOCAL HEALTH NETWORK
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR CRYSTAL BROOK HOSPITAL - ASSISTANT IN NURSING

The gorgeous Yorke and Northern region encompass the Yorke Peninsula and significant areas of the Spencer Gulf and Gulf of St Vincent, Southern Flinders Ranges, and the Mid North of South Australia all within easy reach of Adelaide.

The Mid North region is SA’s gateway to the outback and Southern Flinders Ranges, it is renowned for its wonderful rural panoramas and unique country townships. The area is made up of dramatic landscapes and native wildlife and offers an abundance of activities to break up those workdays, including outback camping, four-wheel driving, cycling, and surfing. The beautiful Clare Valley sits within this region and offers some of Australia’s best wines with more than 50 cellar doors to explore and enjoy.

The Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe in their work environment. This culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

A career in the YNLHN can be very rewarding and comes with great lifestyles benefits. Not to mention your choice of scenery from farm to ocean, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges.

The YNLHN offers our employees access to salary sacrifice arrangements through Smart Salary (watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here) and some areas have access to a remote zone allowance. For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.

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Join Crystal Brook District Hospital — where regional lifestyle meets rewarding healthcare careers

Crystal Brook is a charming town in South Australia’s Mid North, located 197 kilometres north of Adelaide at the base of the Flinders Ranges. Known for its picturesque setting and strong agricultural roots, Crystal Brook enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate and a relaxed regional lifestyle. The town offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, including Bowman Park, a renowned nature reserve featuring wildlife, camping facilities, and historic landmarks such as the original Bowman Brothers homestead.

Recent residential growth and strengthening economic conditions have enhanced local employment opportunities, while Crystal Brook’s close proximity to the Flinders Ranges makes it an ideal gateway for exploring one of South Australia’s most iconic regions.

Crystal Brook and District Hospital provides essential healthcare services to the community, delivering 24/7 accident and emergency care alongside a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, maternity, and aged care services.

Services include:

Hospital Services

• General medical and surgical care, including plastic surgery
• Inpatient and outpatient services and patient transport
• Same-day stays and short-term care
• Obstetrics and palliative care
• Day therapy centres and Meals on Wheels
• Parenting and family education programs
• Personal and planned care for older people, including respite services

Maternity and Obstetrics

• Birthing suite with shared care arrangements involving General Practitioners and midwifery group practice midwives
• Antenatal education, childbirth and parenting classes
• Postnatal community midwifery visits

Residential Aged Care

• Residential aged care at the hospital and Southern Flinders Health
• High-level care and respite options for older people

Crystal Brook and District Hospital actively supports ongoing professional development, enabling Assistants in Nursing to build skills across a diverse range of services. This provides valuable exposure to multiple care settings while contributing to high-quality, person-centred care for the community.

As an employee, you’ll have access to salary sacrifice arrangements through SmartSalary and be eligible for a remote zone allowance, supporting both professional and personal wellbeing.

We are currently recruiting Assistants in Nursing for a range of roles, with permanent and temporary contracts available.             

Please apply online and complete the required documentation.  Job ref: 928069

Enquiries

Vanessa Watson
Position: CenSTaR Administration Officer
Phone: 0468 810 489
E-mail: vanessa.watson@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

Tuesday 10 February 2026 at 11.55PM Central Australian Standard Time.

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 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.

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

Attachments

 928069 - Crystal Brook Assistant in Nursing Midwifery Role Description.pdf

 Crystal Brook Fact Sheet (3).pdf

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