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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Cancer Services
• The Royal Adelaide Hospital and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital 
• Salary   RN-3 $125,183 - $130,779 p.a.  (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Temporary up to 12/2/27 and part-time working 34 hours per week 

Nursing Careers at CALHN 

Join our dedicated nursing team in the CALHN Cancer Program, 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
Use your clinical knowledge and experience to provide support services to Cancer Program Nurse Unit Managers, Level 3 Registered Nurses and Nursing Directors in nursing practice and services in areas including but not limited to staffing methodologies, recruitment and selection, human resource management, financial administration, patient flow, bed and resource management, accreditation and risk management processes and information systems management. Step into a Senior Nurse Manager role where your expertise shapes safe, high-quality care. You’ll manage complex services, build strong clinical partnerships and create systems that support people, flow and outcomes. This role offers real scope to influence culture, quality and service delivery across specialist programs and portfolios.

What you’ll do
Lead staffing, workforce planning and recruitment, with innovation and flexibility.

• Provide management support to inpatient and outpatient Cancer Nursing Services through:
  • Manage budgets, resources, beds and patient flow
  • Drive quality, risk, accreditation and safety outcomes
  • Partner with senior nurses, clinicians and external agencies to lead and facilitate change management

About You
You’re a confident, creative and supportive nurse leader ready to step into a role where judgement, influence and quality matter. You bring strong clinical credibility, a collaborative style and the drive to improve services and culture.

• Registered Nurse with NMBA registration or eligibility
• Current or eligible practising certificate
• Leadership skill across communication, conflict and change, whilst promoting consumer engagement initiatives.
• Strong project delivery and workforce prioritisation skills to develop staff potential.

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    930170 RD Nurse Manager.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?
Please connect with

Christine Economos, Nurse Lead, Cancer Services, Phone 7074 2394 E-mail christine.economos@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 8 March 2026

Job Ref:  930170

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

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