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Director of Nursing Operations - Temporary Backfill

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The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified and experienced LCLHN nursing and midwifery staff who may be available to temporarily backfill the Director of Nursing Operations position during periods of planned or unplanned leave.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Executive Officer/Director of Nursing and Midwifery, you will provide strategic, operational and corporate leadership to nursing and midwifery staff across inpatient services and Emergency Department Nurse Practitioners. This senior role requires accountability for governance, practice standards, and cost-effective health service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and operational management of nursing and midwifery services
• Ensure governance and practice standards across all nursing disciplines
• Develop systems to support, evaluate and improve nursing practice
• Foster healthy work environments and professional development
• Manage cost-effective health service provision within your portfolio

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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.

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN  

Our Benefits

• Boost your take-home pay: Access to salary packaging and other benefits, including regional location allowance (as per award)
• Modern facilities: Our purpose-built space with two new beds feature private ensuites, a shared lounge, courtyard, and multipurpose room
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and upskilling to help grow and pursue your career aspirations in nursing
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community
• Personal-professional harmony: Our flexible working arrangements encourage the important balance between rewarding work and your own personal commitments and interests
• 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
• Relocation support: Up to $13,000 support available for relocation to Mount Gambier with up to 3 months (Domestic) or up to 6 months (international) accommodation provided (financial advice is recommended for fringe benefits tax purposes)
• Diversity and inclusion celebrated: fostering a workplace where individuality is valued, cultural differences are embraced, and everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.  

Salary

• RN/M5.2 | $167,282.00 p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Full Time working over a 5-day roster

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Applicant Information

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 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)
• 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.

Job Ref: 932291

Eligibility: Open to SA Public Sector Employees Only

Enquiries: To discuss more, please contact Caitlynn Haggett, Business Support Officer on Phone: 0477 301 717 or via Email: Caitlynn.Haggett@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: Friday 3 April 2026 - 11:55PM

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

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Ready to Apply?

Ready to lead nursing excellence in regional South Australia? Submit your expression of interest today.

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