Community Enrolled Nurse (EN)

CCNASA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Creative Career Nursing Agency SA is seeking experienced Enrolled Nurses for casual community nursing across Adelaide and selected regional South Australian locations. You will provide care in clients' homes under RN supervision, with duties including wound care, continence and catheter care, and accurate documentation.

Required are AHPRA EN registration, a Diploma of Nursing, and at least 6 months of post‑registration nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse (EN).
• Diploma of Nursing or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 6 months post‑registration nursing experience.
• Experience in community, home care, aged care or disability nursing is valued.
• Full, clear communications and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver delegated nursing care in clients' homes under RN direction.
• Perform wound dressings, skin checks and pressure injury prevention.
• Support continence care plans and catheter care within delegated scope.
• Administer prescribed medications only where permitted by qualifications and RN delegation.
• Record observations and escalate changes to the supervising RN.

Skills

Wound care

Continence care

Catheter care

Communication

Documentation

Travel to client homes

Education

Diploma of Nursing

AHPRA EN registration

Tools

Smartphone

Rostering apps

Electronic progress notes

Job description

Make a difference through nursing care delivered where people live.CCNASA (Creative Career Nursing Agency SA) is seeking experienced Enrolled Nurses (ENs) for casual community nursing opportunities across Adelaide and selected regional South Australian locations, subject to client demand.Support older people, people with disability and clients with ongoing or short-term nursing needs in their homes and community settings. We welcome nurses with general community experience, as well as those with skills in wound care, continence and catheter care.About the RoleProvide delegated nursing care under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, following established care plans and agreed supervision arrangements. Contribute observations, support care delivery and promptly report changes in a client's condition to the supervising RN.We welcome ENs with relevant wound care, continence and catheter care experience. Duties are matched to your education, registration, verified competencies and delegated scope; specialist procedures require appropriate training and authorisation.Specific SkillsCurrent AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse and a recognised Diploma of Nursing or equivalent.At least 6 months of relevant post-registration nursing experience. Community, home care, aged care or disability nursing experience is highly regarded.Practical experience in wound care, continence support and/or catheter care appropriate to your scope. You do not need to specialise in every area to apply.Clear communication, sound clinical judgement, accurate documentation and a respectful, person-centred approach.A current driver's licence, reliable vehicle and willingness to travel between community visits.Confidence using a smartphone, electronic progress notes and rostering applications.Responsible ForDeliver delegated nursing care in clients' homes under RN direction and supervision, following individual care plans.Perform wound dressings, skin checks and pressure injury prevention activities within delegated scope; report changes to the RN.Support continence care plans, monitor bladder and bowel concerns and reinforce agreed client and carer education.Provide routine catheter hygiene, monitoring and maintenance within delegated scope. Undertake other catheter procedures only with verified competency, authorisation and RN delegation.Administer prescribed medications only where permitted by your education, registration and authorisation, under RN supervision.Record observations, recognise changes in condition and promptly escalate concerns to the supervising RN.Complete accurate progress notes, maintain infection prevention practices and support privacy, dignity and informed choice.Communicate effectively with clients, carers and the multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care.Additional RequirementsCurrent National Police Check and relevant worker screening clearances, including NDIS Worker Screening where required for the placement.Current First Aid, CPR and Manual Handling certificates, or willingness to update these before placement.Evidence of vaccinations required by CCNASA and the relevant client or placement.Australian work rights and availability to work in South Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available; overseas applications will not be considered.Job NatureCasual/VacationEducational RequirementsDiploma of Nursing or equivalent recognised qualification; current AHPRA registration as an EN.Experience RequirementsMinimum 6 months of relevant nursing experienceJob LocationAdelaide SAOther BenefitsFlexible casual opportunities matched to your availability, clinical skills and preferred locations.Community nursing work that supports clients to remain comfortable and independent at home.Support from CCNASA's local recruitment, rostering and clinical team, with 24/7 agency support.Opportunities to use and develop your community nursing skills across a variety of client needs.How to ApplyApply through CCNASA's online application portal. Include your current CV, AHPRA registration details, availability, preferred locations and relevant wound care, continence or catheter care training and experience.For enquiries, call [phone].All suitably qualified applicants are welcome. Placements are subject to screening, verified competencies and client requirements.