Regional Enrolled Nurse Cadetship Program

• Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, Kangaroo Island Health Service
• Salary:  $59,094 - $60,844 (Pro-rata) (nursing zone allowance may be applicable) – Assistant in Nursing (AIN)
• Temporary Part-Time for up to 18 months (more than one position available)

Kangaroo Island Health Service are now looking to recruit motivated and enthusiastic Assistants in Nursing, as part of their Regional Enrolled Nurse Cadetship program, to kick-start their careers in the nursing profession. Candidates must be enrolled to commence Diploma of Nursing in 2025, or currently studying the Diploma of Nursing, with a regional based TAFE SA campus.

About the full-time program

• Up to 18 months paid employment for two days per week as an Assistant in Nursing, commencing date to be confirmed

• Up to 21 months of full time study in Diploma of Nursing HLT54115 (approximately 25 hours study per week)

Two days paid employment and approximately 25 hours study per week equates to a full-time commitment and a solid foundation for a nursing career.

Enrolled as a student in the Diploma of Nursing with a TAFE SA regional campus, you will take part in activities that enhance your understanding of the role of a nurse and the in-and-out workings of Kangaroo Island Health Service. Guided and supported by experienced Enrolled and Registered Nurses, you will receive close supervision as you grow and build your nursing skills and capabilities.

Eligibility criteria

To be considered for an EN Cadetship, applicants must have applied through SATAC and be accepted to commence studying in 2025, or currently studying in Diploma of Nursing, with a TAFE SA regional campus.

People from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply through our targeted rolling application recruitment process.  Job Ref: 750767

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliance with the Immunisation Guidelines for Health Care Workers in South Australia.

For more information about the role please refer to the Job Pack provided below. Job ref:898598

Enquiries

Beate Linckelmann

Position: Nurse Educator
Phone: 0407615832
E-mail: beate.linckelmann@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

29 April 2025 - 2 week close - 11.55PM

Attachments

 2025 AIN-EN Cadetship Job Pack (2).pdf

 2025 Fact Sheet - EN Cadetship Program.pdf

Hear from a previous EN Cadet (video)