Clinical Nurse - Lung Cancer

Job no: 936737
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

  • Heart and Lung Program
  • Royal Adelaide Hospital/The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
  • Salary RN2 - $90,913  to $114,917 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
  • Full time Temporary  contract to June 2027

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, 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 Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse, you will play a vital role in guiding and supporting patients through every stage of the lung cancer care journey. Join a compassionate multidisciplinary team where you will coordinate care, deliver nurse-led clinics, provide education and build trusted relationships across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.

  • Coordinate care from diagnosis through to survivorship
  • Deliver nurse-led clinics and tailored patient support
  • Educate patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams
  • Advocate for cultural, emotional and physical care needs
  • Build strong partnerships across hospital and community services

About You

You are a compassionate and confident nurse who is passionate about respiratory care and making a meaningful difference in the patient experience. You bring strong clinical knowledge, a collaborative approach and the ability to build trusted relationships across multidisciplinary teams.

  • Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
  • Experience in respiratory or complex clinical care
  • Communicate with empathy and strong clinical judgement
  • Thrive in collaborative and fast-paced care environments
  • Support and mentor students and emerging nursing staff

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
  • 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

Curious about this role?

Connect with Marie Haydon, Heart & Lung Program Nurse Manager

P: 0401 123 858

E: marie.haydon@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Thursday 4th June 2026

Job Ref: 936737

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

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business