Job no: 950059

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Nursing/Midwifery

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

- Location: Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre

- RN3 $130,190 to $136,010 p.a. (pro rata) Super Salary Packaging

- Part time working 32 hours per week and temporary up to 31/12/27

Make a Difference in Older Persons Care

Join CALHN’s Care of the Older Person and Community Transition (COACT) team and make a meaningful difference, supporting older people from hospital to recovery. Work within the tranquil, leafy surrounds of Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre in a welcoming, team-focused environment.

Nursing Careers at CALHN – Be Part of Something Bigger

Join a connected nursing community making a real impact.

Why Join Us?

Deliver safe, person-centred nursing care

Support recovery and coordinated transitions

Work in a supportive, values-driven team

Expand skills across varied and complex care

Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through clinical care, research and innovation.

As South

Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional safe and connected healthcare – for our patients, our community and our people.

Discover more about our people, our stories, and the opportunities to thrive with CALHN.

About the Role

Make a meaningful difference to the care of older people as Nurse Consultant, Care of Older Persons. You’ll lead and coordinate person-centred care,



guide complex discharge planning and work across teams and services to support safer outcomes and help avoid unnecessary hospital stays.

In this role, you will:

Lead expert nursing care for older people with complex needs

Coordinate assessment, referrals and discharge plans

Develop and review individual care plans with the wider team

Build strong links with residential and community care providers

Support staff to grow aged care knowledge and capability

Drive evidence-based practice, quality improvement and better care outcomes

About You

You’re a compassionate and collaborative Registered Nurse who brings sound clinical judgement, strong communication and a genuine commitment to improving care for older people. You’ll be comfortable working across teams, sharing your expertise and helping others deliver their best care.

To be successful in this role you will:

Hold current or eligible NMBA registration and practising certificate

Bring strong clinical nursing experience and sound judgement

Communicate with confidence and build trusted relationships

Thrive in multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities

Lead change, grow staff capability and champion consumer care

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do,



it’s also about the support you receive.

Boost your take-home pay – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses $2,650 for meals & entertainment pre-tax super & novated lease options

Grow and develop – professional development allowance and pathways

Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise

Progress your career – recognition and opportunities across CALHN

Balance your life – adaptable work options available

Stay well – leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations

Feel supported – Employee Assistance Program for you and family

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA communities.

Application Information

- Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Lisa Davidson, Nurse Manager

P: 0403 107 624

E: [email protected]

Apply Now

Applications close: 30th of September 2026

Job Ref: 950059

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information.

Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply – we’ve got this covered

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