Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse: Case Coordination Lead (PT)

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

SA Health – Southern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a General Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse to deliver patient‑centred care across the orthopaedic journey in Adelaide. The role supports the Noarlunga Health Precinct orthopaedic unit and reports to the Nurse Consultant General Orthopaedic Elective.

You will coordinate care for elective orthopaedic patients, mentor junior staff and contribute to service improvement.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with at least 3 years post‑registration experience.
• Experience in orthopaedic nursing.
• Experience in leadership of students and less experienced nurses.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet timelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate case management for elective orthopaedic patients across pre‑operative, operative, rehabilitation and discharge phases.
• Promote chronic disease self‑management and improve patient outcomes.
• Apply evidence‑based practices and contribute to policy development and service improvement.
• Mentor and support less experienced staff while maintaining high nursing standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Negotiation skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Prioritisation

Autonomy / minimal supervision

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

SA Health – Southern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a General Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse to deliver patient‑centred care across the orthopaedic journey in Adelaide. The role supports the Noarlunga Health Precinct orthopaedic unit and reports to the Nurse Consultant General Orthopaedic Elective.

You will coordinate care for elective orthopaedic patients, mentor junior staff and contribute to service improvement.