Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) – Associate Nurse Unit Manager Advanced Recovery Room Care

• Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide SA 5000 | Advanced Recovery Room Care, Critical Care and Perioperative Service
• RN/M2A $109,637 to $117,215 p.a. (pro rata) + superannuation and salary packaging
• Permanent part time, 32 hours per week (0.84 FTE)

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

Support the ARRC Nurse Unit Manager and guide a skilled team caring for patients after surgery. Combine hands on clinical care with staff development, service improvement and day to day leadership in Royal Adelaide Hospital’s Advanced Recovery Room Care unit.

• Deliver and oversee safe, person-centred postoperative nursing care.
• Lead shifts, coordinate patient flow and resolve care issues.
• Support staffing, rosters, leave and local resource management.
• Mentor colleagues and support clinical teaching and development.
• Drive practice improvements, clinical audits and portfolio activities.
• Work closely with the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurses and the multidisciplinary team to promote consistent care and a positive learning environment.
• ARRC provides overnight care with a 1:2 nurse to patient ratio and regular anaesthesia reviews.

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold or be eligible for NMBA nurse registration and a practising certificate.
• Bring demonstrated competence in relevant nursing practice.
• Communicate clearly, solve problems and work across disciplines.
• Manage projects and prioritise work with minimal supervision.
• Understand ANUM responsibilities, quality improvement and safety.
• The role description requires at least three years of post registration nursing experience, including at least two years in Recovery, Advanced Recovery Room, HDU or ICU.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications and management or leadership experience are desirable.

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

A great career is more than the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll have the benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive at work and beyond.

More to love about working at CALHN:

• Stretch your salary – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Grow and develop – professional development allowance and pathways
• Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
• Progress your career – recognition and opportunities across CALHN
• Balance your life – flexible work options where available
• Stay well – leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Enhance your wellbeing – access our confidential wellbeing partner for you and your family

Diversity and 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 attached role description for essential qualifications and requirements: 955141 - RD for Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Advanced Recovery Room Care.pdf
  Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?
Connect with Dana Stoica, CCPO Advanced Nurse Manager.
P: 0427 232 339
E: dana.stoica@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Friday 20 November 2026
Job Ref: 955141

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