Registered Nurse – Calvary Home Care, Port Augusta

Port Augusta, SA, Australia – Permanent position. Closing on 25 July 2026.

As a member of the Calvary Home Care team and an experienced RN, you will provide care to high‑acuity clients from various short‑term/long‑term programs. You will provide complex care to all clients by working both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

- Administration of IV, IM, SC, and PO medications
- IV cannulation
- Provide complex wound care
- Accurate and timely documentation in all client records
- Appropriate communication within the clinical team to ensure care is provided
- Complete initial assessments and develop care plans to ensure best outcomes for clients
- Monitor and update care plans to ensure appropriate care is provided
- Deliver education to clients and families to enable best possible outcomes
- Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration, with appropriate escalation

What You Bring

- Current AHPRA Nursing Registration
- Willingness to obtain appropriate checks – NDIS and Police Clearance
- Use of own car – kilometres allowance provided
- Full driver’s licence
- CPR and manual handling qualifications
- Minimum 1 year acute experience
- Understanding of the community nursing sector – Home Care Packages, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Commonwealth Home Support Program will be considered favourably
- Desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission‑based organisation

About Calvary

We are a leading provider of quality, integrated care that puts patients,



residents and clients at the centre of everything we do. Calvary offers flexible careers in clinical, allied health, hospitality, ICT, and health administration, mission, leadership, management, and more. Founded in Australia in 1885, we are one of the largest providers of health, aged and community care with over 18,000 staff and volunteers, 14 public and private hospitals, 72 residential care and retirement communities, and 19 community care centres.

As an equal‑chance employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a respectful, welcoming and inclusive workplace. We value the integral dignity of each person and encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, migrants or refugees, and veterans.

Employers’ Commitment

Paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours, and training and skills development are available. Calvary is proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality.

Application Notes

- Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.
- As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face‑to‑face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.
- Calvary has a vaccination requirement for all workers. You will need to provide evidence of specific immunisation as required for your role.
- We do not accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.

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📌 Registered Nurse (Port Augusta)
🏢 Calvary Health Care
📍 Port Augusta