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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• The Royal Adelaide Hospital 
• Salary  RN-2A   $107,487 - $114,917 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time and part-time positions 

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

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About the Role

Step into a leadership role where you’ll help shape a positive, high performing clinical team. As an Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you’ll support day to day ward operations, build capability, maintain high standards of care and partner with the Nurse Unit Manager to deliver safe, person centred services.

• Support daily ward operations and clinical leadership
• Lead, coach and develop nursing staff
• Build a collaborative and supportive team culture
• Maintain safe, high quality, person centred care
• Drive practice change and continuous improvement
• Coordinate staffing, rosters and work allocation
• Support recruitment, leave and performance processes
• Monitor resources, supplies and budget use
• Foster strong partnerships across multidisciplinary teams
• Promote consistent, seamless care and positive patient outcomes

About You

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      945632 RD Associate Nurse Unit Manager- 3E Oncology Day Centre.pdf
• 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, 16 August 2026
Job Ref: 945632 

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