Registered Nurse - Penola Casual Pool

SA Health; Penola; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Job summary

SA Health in Penola is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN/M1) on a casual basis to provide high‑quality nursing care and contribute to safe, effective service delivery. You will develop your clinical capability in a supportive multidisciplinary environment while guiding students and new staff.

Join a team committed to education, research and quality improvement, with flexible hours and opportunities to expand practice and leadership skills in the Limestone Coast region.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMBA eligibility and current practicing certificate.
• Demonstrated competence in relevant nursing practice and professional standards.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs, plan and coordinate appropriate care.
• Deliver direct, person-centred nursing, with increasing autonomy.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams to meet needs.
• Participate in quality improvement to promote safety and best practice.
• Provide ward or team coordination on a shift-by-shift basis.
• Support student learning and graduate preceptorship.
• Contribute to education, research and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Clinical judgment

Person-centered care

Education

Nursing degree

Registration with NMBA

Job description

Limestone Coast Local Health Network – Penola War Memorial Hospital – RN/M1 (Casual)

Take on a meaningful clinical role where your nursing expertise, professional judgement, and commitment to person‑centred care will make a direct impact on the wellbeing of patients in our health service. As a Registered Nurse, you will provide high‑quality nursing care, develop your clinical capability over time, and contribute to safe, effective service delivery within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. This role offers opportunities to expand your practice, build leadership skills, and support the development of students and less experienced staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess individual patient and client needs, and plan, implement, or coordinate appropriate care.
• Deliver direct person‑centred nursing care and individual case management with increasing autonomy.
• Coordinate care with other disciplines and agencies to meet patient healthcare needs.
• Participate in quality improvement activities that promote safety, minimise risk, and support best practice.
• Provide ward or team coordination on a shift‑by‑shift basis where required.
• Contribute to managing challenging behaviours through appropriate procedures.
• Provide health promotion and education to patients, families, and carers.
• Support student learning, new staff orientation, and graduate preceptorship.
• Participate in evaluative research activities and apply evidence‑based guidelines to improve outcomes.
• Offer guidance and review decisions made by students, Enrolled Nurses, and less experienced Registered Nurses.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Are you a Registered Nurse (or eligible for registration) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, holding or eligible to hold a current practising certificate?
• Do you have demonstrated competence in the relevant area of nursing practice, aligned with professional standards?
• Are you committed to continuous professional development as you grow from a novice to a proficient practitioner?
• Do you have experience working effectively with Aboriginal consumers in a culturally safe and respectful way?
• Are you confident in delivering person‑centred care while accepting accountability for your own practice and delegated activities?
• Are you motivated to contribute to education, research, and quality improvement within your clinical setting?

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter‑professional approach to holistic health care.
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community.
• Wellbeing initiatives: Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace.

Our Organisation

• We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria.
• We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.
• The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south‑east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.
• The region is renowned for its world‑class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other:
  • Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community.
  • Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf.
  • Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures.
  • Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses.
  • Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture.
  • Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living.

Appointment Requirements

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements. Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Diversity and Inclusion

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees.

We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if you have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

Job Ref & Eligibility

Job Ref : 923461 Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Application Closing Date

Application Closing Date: Saturday 19th December 2026, 11:55PM