Enrolled Nurse - Community Health Nurse

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Country Health Connect, Mount Gambier
• Salary: ENC/END $66,552 - $77,824 p.a. (Pro-rata) + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Casual Pool.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is seeking dedicated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse to join our Country Health Connect - Community Nursing team. In this rewarding role, you will support Registered Nurses in the delivery of safe, person-centred care across community-based settings. Working under supervision but retaining responsibility for your own professional actions, you will provide essential nursing services, contribute to quality improvement, and support clients with diverse health needs. This is an excellent opportunity for Enrolled Nurses at any level - from novice to proficient - to grow their skills and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred nursing care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Undertake routine assessment, care planning and clinical procedures within your scope of practice.
• Engage with clients to build therapeutic relationships, support holistic care plans, and provide education as required.
• Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Contribute to confidential, high-quality nursing services and maintain accurate documentation.
• Assist and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective care delivery.
• Support and guide students, assistants in nursing, and other learners under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Participate in professional development, maintain a portfolio of learning, and uphold evidence-based practice.
• Promote and participate in quality improvement and research activities where appropriate.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking an Enrolled Nurse who demonstrate

• Current or eligible registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (Certificate IV or Diploma of Nursing).
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• A passion for wound care and providing nursing care in clients homes or clinic environment.
• Confidence in prioritising workload, recognising changes in patient condition, and following appropriate reporting pathways.
• Commitment to culturally safe, inclusive and person-centred care.
• Experience delivering nursing care in a healthcare environment (highly regarded).
• Knowledge of standards, legislation, codes of conduct and professional boundaries relevant to EN practice.
• Competence in basic computer and clinical documentation systems.
• A valid SA driver’s licence and willingness to work across Country Health Connect – Limestone Coast sites.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

• 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.
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community.
• Access salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading – watch a short video about salary packaging [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.smartsalary.com.au%2Fsalary-packaging%2F&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C8b49a18341c54b21dc4c08ddda522ae0%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C638906768787167382%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q6AOx0BWpwXfVfQ%2FhXhiOUkrb52u%2B8p%2BEHtWqPDciyg%3D&reserved=0].
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available (see SA Health Careers - Relocation support [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2Fpublic%2Bcontent%2Fsa%2Bhealth%2Binternet%2Fcareers%2Fworking%2Bfor%2Bsa%2Bhealth%2Four%2Bbenefits%2Frelocation%2Bsupport&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C8b49a18341c54b21dc4c08ddda522ae0%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C638906768787183467%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=XsZ6H1XdiZ3Z%2F3CTCDddIy2Z3UVkeeJuzQLwiwqRn%2Bw%3D&reserved=0] for more information).

Our Organisation

We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.

• The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other:
• Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community.
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf.
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures.
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses.
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture.
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living.

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Applicant Information

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

This is a casual vacancy with multiple roles available; salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.

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)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• 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 [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/Public+Content/SA+Health+Internet/Clinical+Resources/Clinical+Programs+and+Practice+Guidelines/Immunisation+for+health+professionals/Health+care+worker+immunisation+and+screening+requirements] in the workplace.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Job Ref: 940093

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Enquiries

• To discuss more, please contact
• Lisa
• Sutcliffe,
• Acting
• Regional
• Manager
• Community
• Nursing on
• Phone: 8721 1320 or via
• Email: lisa.sutcliffe@sa.gov.au

Application

Closing Date

Thursday, 19th July 2026, 11:55PM.

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/careers/how+to+apply/how+to+apply] for further information

Find out more about LCLHN

Follow us on LinkedIn [http://www.linkedin.com/company/LCLHN] and Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/LimestoneCoastLHN] to discover new career opportunities and see what our teams are achieving!

Ready to Apply?

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality community nursing care and want to contribute to healthier outcomes for regional South Australians, we want to hear from you.

Attachments

940093 RD (EN) Enrolled Nurse Cert Dip Role Description.pdf [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtNUDcPgzsLwGAym-SckmV3zdpVFaV2is8uISzmOWV82fMEC-mpXrvbsd94ZYnanREiwCEomnVEde86Y6DXmpWE8bBk5hr26pAm1hLahWHbcmD-c74n6Oz8eqJtGW1kp2hygm6k3-Nc8fhL9ec1He4-A%7e%7e]

Australian applicant guidelines [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/careers/how+to+apply/australian+applicant+guidelines]

International applicant guidelines [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/careers/how+to+apply/international+applicant+guidelines]

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