Overview
- Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mount Gambier
- RN/M1 | Full/Part Time Contracts | Ongoing
- Multiple Positions Available
- Salary: $74,831 – $102,103 p.a (pro rata)
- Eligibility Open to Everyone
Join Us as a Registered Nurse in Our Expanding Emergency Department – Be Part of Something New
With the upcoming opening of our brand new six-bed Emergency Department Short Stay Unit (ED SSU), Mount Gambier & District Health Service is entering an exciting new phase in delivering responsive, patient-centred care. This expansion is designed to improve patient flow, reduce unnecessary hospital admissions, and enhance outcomes – all while giving our ED team the space to do what they do best: deliver fast, focused, and high-quality care.
What’s exciting?
- Two new beds opening in a purpose-built space featuring private ensuites, a shared lounge, courtyard, and multipurpose room.
- Provision of local, medically supervised withdrawal care for people dependent on alcohol and other drugs. Admissions will be planned, voluntary, and focused on keeping care closer to home while strengthening partnerships with local AOD services.
- A fantastic opportunity to work closely with a smaller group of patients and develop advanced clinical skills.
- Gain experience in complex care coordination, discharge planning, and recovery-focused nursing.
- Increased opportunities for collaboration between junior and senior nurses, fostering mentorship, hands-on learning, and professional growth within a supportive team environment.
About the role:
You’ll be part of a dynamic and growing emergency team that’s passionate about innovation and improving patient experiences. Whether you’re an experienced ED nurse or ready to grow your skills in a fast-paced environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career.
- Gain hands-on experience in both the Emergency Department and Short Stay Unit, managing a wide variety of presentations across all age groups and acuity levels.
- Work within a supportive team where senior and junior nurses collaborate closely to strengthen clinical decision-making and team-based care.
- Benefit from real-time mentoring and opportunities for continuous learning in a progressive health service.
- Contribute to shaping a new model of emergency care within a purpose-built, forward-thinking unit.
About the role:
As a Registered Nurse/Midwife in the Emergency Department Short Stay Unit, you will provide high-quality care in a fast-paced clinical environment. You will develop from a novice to a proficient practitioner, consolidating your knowledge and skills through hands-on experience and ongoing professional development. You will be accountable for your own clinical standards and the safe delegation of care, ensuring a consistently high level of person-centred service within the dynamic ED/SSU setting.
What We Are Looking For:
- Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse or Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, with a current practising certificate.
- Demonstrated competence in emergency or acute nursing practice, in accordance with professional standards.
- A flexible, team-focused approach with a strong commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.
- Enthusiasm for learning, innovation, and delivering excellent care in a high-energy setting.
See role description for qualifications.
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.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
- Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here.
- Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers – Relocation support.
The Region
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the south-eastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.
Your lifestyle
- Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
- Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
- Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
- Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
- Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
- Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide
Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN
Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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 (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.
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.
For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 907826
Application Closing Date
Friday 15th August 2025 – 11.55PM
Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.
For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 907826