Enrolled Nurse - Port Lincoln Hospital - Casual Talent Pool 2026/2027

Job no: **
Work type: Casual
Location: Eyre and Western
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

- Eyre and Far North Local Health Network
- Port Lincoln Hospital
- Casual Pool
- Salary: ENC/END $33.57 - $39.25 per hour + 25% casual loading + 12% Superannuation + Salary Sacrifice Perks

Overview

Port Lincoln Hospital sits at the heart of one of South Australia's most distinctive regional communities - and the nursing team here reflects that same character: close-knit, capable, and genuinely committed to the people they care for. SA Health is building a Casual Talent Pool for Enrolled Nurses at Port Lincoln Hospital, open through to 30 June 2027, and we're looking for practitioners who are ready to contribute to care that makes a real difference, far from the metro rush.

Your Role at Port Lincoln Hospital

As a casual Enrolled Nurse within the Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, you'll work under the supervision of Registered Nurses to deliver safe, person-centred care across inpatient and general ward settings at Port Lincoln Hospital. Day to day, you can expect to:

- Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration within your enrolled scope of practice
- Accurately document patient assessments, observations, and care plans
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support patient flow and continuity of care
- Contribute to a culture of safety, dignity, and respect for every patient and family member

What You'll Bring

- Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
- Working knowledge of enrolled nursing scope of practice under NMBA standards




- Competency in medication administration (notation of any conditions on registration required)
- Sound clinical communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively within a small regional hospital team where flexibility across ward areas is routine

Ready to Join the Pool?

Submit your application through the SA Health careers portal before the talent pool closes. Include your current AHPRA registration details and a brief cover letter outlining your clinical background. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted as casual vacancies arise through to 30 June 2027. For a confidential conversation about the role, reach out to the EFNLHN recruitment team via the contact details listed in the portal.

About Port Lincoln Hospital

Port Lincoln Hospital is the major regional health service on the Lower Eyre Peninsula, providing a wide range of acute, emergency, maternity, and community health services. As a key healthcare hub for the region, the hospital supports a diverse community and works closely with surrounding health services to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.

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About Eyre and Far North Local Health Network

With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia's best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN)



is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.

Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Why Join Us

- Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North 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.
- Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year
- Wellbeing and counselling support: support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
- Relocation support: relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health

📌 Enrolled Nurse (Port Lincoln)
🏢 Eyre and Far North Local Health Network
📍 Port Lincoln