CALHN Assistant in Nursing - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander - Casual Pool 2026 - 2027

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learn on the job

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CALHN is seeking Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nursing students to join the casual pool for 2026–2027. You'll support patient care under supervision, learn across CALHN services, and gain practical experience while continuing studies.

Rostered across sites with flexible, seven-day shifts, including evenings and weekends. Annual casual loading applies, with superannuation and professional mentorship available.

Qualifications

• Must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and enrolled in an approved nursing program.
• Hold current student registration with Ahpra.
• Have completed at least the first year of nursing studies by start date.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care within your scope of practice.
• Learn on the job and work with Enrolled and Registered Nurses.
• Receive guidance and mentorship to grow clinical skills while studying.

Skills

Caring approach

Clear communication

Learn from nurses

Scope of practice awareness

Education

Enrolled nursing program

Ahpra student registration

First-year completed

Job description

CALHN Assistant in Nursing - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander - Casual Pool 2026 - 2027

Job no: 945270

Work type: Casual

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Nursing/Midwifery, Aboriginal Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• May be rostered across all CALHN sites - RAH, TQEH, HRC and Repat
• AIN $38.75–$39.90 per hour, including casual loading, plus 12% super
• Casual shifts across a seven-day roster
• Various opportunities throughout 2026 and 2027

Bring your nursing studies to life

Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander nursing student ready to turn what you’re learning into meaningful patient care? Join the CALHN nursing team as an Assistant in Nursing and gain hands‑on experience alongside Enrolled and Registered Nurses. You’ll build your confidence, develop your clinical skills and make a meaningful difference for patients.

• This casual pool is open only to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander nursing students who meet the study requirements below.

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About the Role

• Working within your scope of practice, you’ll support patient care and assist with nursing duties within your scope of practice.
• Working as part of a supportive team, you’ll learn on the job, care for people from diverse backgrounds and build relationships with patients, families and healthcare professionals.
• Guidance and mentorship will help you grow your skills as you continue your studies.

Who can apply?

To be eligible for this pool, you must:

• Be a person of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
• Be currently enrolled in an approved nursing program leading to registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Have successfully completed and passed at least the first year of your nursing degree by your commencement date.
• Hold current student registration with Ahpra.
• Complete any training CALHN requires for safe and competent practice.
• Meet the other SA Health employment requirements in the role description.

This Pool is established under Section 65 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) to redress the under‑representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the workforce. Only people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent are eligible to apply for the pool.

About you

You’re ready to learn and committed to safe, person‑centred care. You’ll bring:

• A caring and respectful approach to patients and families
• Clear communication and a willingness to work as part of a team
• Confidence to ask questions and learn from experienced nurses
• An understanding of your scope of practice

Why join CALHN?

Gain practical nursing experience while you study, with guidance from experienced colleagues and opportunities to learn across CALHN services. You’ll also enjoy:

• Learn on the job – build your confidence and clinical skills alongside Enrolled and Registered Nurses.
• Explore your future – experience different care settings and discover where nursing could take you.
• Work together – draw on the support and shared knowledge of your nursing team.
• Feel respected – join a workplace that values First Nations cultures and practices and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees to grow.
• Balance your commitments – explore flexible working arrangements, where available, to help manage work, study and family life.
• Access wellbeing support – use the confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

CALHN is committed to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation across all classifications and program areas.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported. This pool is open only to people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. We welcome applications from eligible candidates with disabilities, from culturally diverse backgrounds and from LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 945270 RD CALHN Assistant in Nursing.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check, Working With Children's Check and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role? Contact the CALHN Nurse Education Nurse Manager

P: 7074 3500 E: [e-mail]

Applications close: 11:55 pm, 20 th September 2027

Job Ref: 945270