Registered Nurse RN1 - Keith - Temp Contract

SA Health; Keith; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 106,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Relocation assistance up to $13,000

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Superannuation

Job summary

Limestone Coast Local Health Network within Keith & Districts Health Care is seeking a Registered Nurse or Nurse/Midwife for a part-time role working 30.4 hours per week on a 7-day roster. The position is pro rata with salary between $77,824 and $106,187 plus 12% superannuation, leave loading and salary sacrifice benefits.

Join a supportive regional healthcare team and contribute to high-quality, person-centred care while mentoring students and less experienced staff.

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse or Nurse/Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
• Committed to delivering safe, person-centred care in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing or midwifery care and coordinate individual patient/client services.
• Support and guide less experienced staff, students, and Enrolled Nurses in clinical practice.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research, and health promotion activities.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of your clinical area, including team leadership on shifts as required.

Job description

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Keith & Districts Health Care.
• Salary: RN/M1 $77,824 - $106,187 p.a. (pro rata) + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Temporary Part-time position working 30.4 hours per week (up to 30 October 2027), over a 7 day roster
• Eligibility Open to Everyone Deliver exceptional care and grow your career! Join our team at Keith & Districts Health Care!

In this role, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care to patients and clients while developing your professional skills through experience, mentoring, and ongoing learning. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, student education, and leadership in your clinical area. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career in a supportive, regional healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing or midwifery care and coordinate individual patient/client services.
• Support and guide less experienced staff, students, and Enrolled Nurses in clinical practice.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research, and health promotion activities.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of your clinical area, including team leadership on shifts as required.

What We Are Looking For

• Are you registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse or Nurse/Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
• Are you committed to delivering safe, person-centred care in a dynamic healthcare setting?
• Do you thrive working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team?
• Are you willing to support and mentor students, new staff, and Enrolled Nurses?

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
• Access salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading – watch a short video about salary packaging.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available (see SA Health Careers - Relocation support for more information)
• 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.

Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity.

We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.

The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Applicant Information

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

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• 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 SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

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Enquiries

Jacquie Halliday

Position: Nurse Unit Manager

Phone: [phone]

E-mail: [emailprotected]

Application Closing Date 6 September 2026 - 2 week close - 11:55PM