03 Nov
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CCNASA
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Adelaide
Make a difference through nursing care delivered where people live.
CCNASA (Creative Career Nursing Agency SA) is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) for casual community nursing opportunities across Adelaide and selected regional South Australian locations, subject to client demand.
Support older people, people with disability and clients with ongoing or short-term nursing needs in their homes and community settings. We welcome nurses with general community experience, as well as those with skills in wound care, continence and catheter care.
About the Role
Deliver person-centred nursing care, undertake clinical assessments and develop and review care plans in collaboration with clients, families and treating professionals. Wound care specialists and RNs with relevant specialist training are encouraged to apply.
Assignments are matched to your experience and verified competencies. Specialist procedures are undertaken only where you are trained, competent and authorised, with the appropriate care plan and clinical support.
Specific Skills
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and a recognised nursing qualification.
- At least 6 months of relevant post-registration nursing experience. Community, home care, aged care or disability nursing experience is highly regarded.
- Practical experience in wound care, continence support and/or catheter care appropriate to your scope. You do not need to specialise in every area to apply.
- Transparent communication, sound clinical judgement, accurate documentation and a respectful, person-centred approach.
- A current driver's licence,
reliable vehicle and willingness to travel between community visits.
- Confidence using a smartphone, electronic progress notes and rostering applications.
Responsible For
- Undertake nursing assessments, identify risks and develop, implement and review individual care plans.
- Provide wound assessment, dressing changes, skin integrity monitoring and pressure injury prevention; escalate complex or deteriorating wounds.
- Assess continence needs, support individual continence plans and provide practical education to clients and carers.
- Provide catheter monitoring, hygiene, maintenance and education. Catheter insertion or replacement is undertaken only when trained, competent and authorised.
- Administer and monitor prescribed medications and treatments within your scope and the client's care plan.
- Monitor clinical changes, recognise deterioration and coordinate timely escalation to GPs, specialist services or emergency care.
- Maintain accurate, timely progress notes and communicate with clients, families, carers and the wider care team.
- Provide appropriate delegation and supervision to ENs where required.
Additional Requirements
- Current National Police Check and relevant worker screening clearances, including NDIS Worker Screening where required for the placement.
- Current First Aid, CPR and Manual Handling certificates, or willingness to update these before placement.
- Evidence of vaccinations required by CCNASA and the relevant client or placement.
- Australian work rights and availability to work in South Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available; overseas applications will not be considered.
Job Nature
Casual/Vacation
Educational Requirements
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent recognised qualification; current AHPRA registration as an RN.
Experience Requirements
Minimum 6 months of relevant nursing experience
Job Location
Adelaide SA
Other Benefits
- Flexible casual opportunities matched to your availability, clinical skills and preferred locations.
- Community nursing work that supports clients to remain comfortable and independent at home.
- Support from CCNASA's local recruitment, rostering and clinical team, with 24/7 agency support.
- Opportunities to use and develop your community nursing skills across a variety of client needs.
How to Apply
Apply through CCNASA's online application portal. Include your current CV, AHPRA registration details, availability, preferred locations and relevant wound care, continence or catheter care training and experience.
For enquiries, call (08) 7226 9656. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome. Placements are subject to screening, verified competencies and client requirements.
📌 Community Registered Nurse (RN) (Adelaide)
🏢 CCNASA
📍 Adelaide