• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla
• RN/M2A | Full Time | Ongoing
• Base Salary Range: $103,353 - $110,497 p.a
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, Zone Allowance and once off Incidental Payment (conditions apply), Professional Development Allowance, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).

Be part of our team and make a difference in the lives of patients across our region with your commitment, care, and expertise!

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You’ll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

Want to discover more watch: Come and Discover FUNLHN!

FUNLHN Information Page.pdf

Site and Service:

Whyalla Hospital

Whyalla Hospital and Health Services is a large regional hospital comprising of 75 beds including flex beds and a designated High Dependency Unit. The hospital provides a wide range of services, including emergency, medical and surgical, maternity, rehabilitation, mental health, and outpatients. Whyalla Hospital’s Cancer Resource Centre is one of the largest in regional South Australia. It includes six chemotherapy chairs, outpatient care and counselling services, reducing the need to travel outside of the region for care. It is also, one of three stroke services in regional SA, providing specialised treatment for suitable stroke patients 24/7, supported by metropolitan stroke units. Our staff work in close partnership with community health services and Aboriginal health providers, to ensure that optimum care is delivered to all areas of the community. Find out more about the Services at Whyalla Hospital and Health Service | SA Health

About Whyalla.pdf

Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:

• Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here
• Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply

About the Role:

Are you a skilled nurse or midwife ready to take your career to the next level? Join us as a Patient Flow Coordinator, where you’ll have the opportunity to provide expert nursing and/or midwifery services across a variety of health service settings. With your advanced knowledge gained through experience and further study, you will grow from a competent to proficient practitioner while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

In this dynamic role, you will:

• Take full responsibility for your own practice, uphold high standards, and guide and mentor less experienced staff to help them thrive.
• Offer valuable support to the Nurse/Midwife Unit Manager (or equivalent), contributing to the leadership and development of the team.
• Promote seamless, continuous care by collaborating with other senior nursing and midwifery leaders to ensure consistency across all shifts.
• Be a key player in driving improvements by assisting the Nurse/Midwife Unit Manager with implementing practice changes that enhance the quality of care.
• Actively support the management of day-to-day ward/unit/service operations, including performance management, recruitment, staffing, rostering, leave management, and attendance tracking.
• Help manage resources effectively, including financial planning and supplies monitoring, ensuring the ward/unit runs smoothly and efficiently.

Step into a role that empowers you to shape the future of patient care while advancing your professional growth and leadership skills!

Looking for a change in scenery? – Nursing

About You:

• Must beregistered or eligible for registration as a Nurse/Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
• Registered Nurse/Midwife with at least 3 years post registration experience or currently classified as a Clinical Nurse/Midwife.
• Demonstrated competence in the relevant area of nursing practice in accordance with the appropriate standards of practice.
• Experience in the supervision of student nurses, enrolled nurses and less experienced registered nurses.

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement theAddressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Job Ref: 894849

Want To Know More?Contact:

Renee Anderson - Nurse Management Facilitator, 0422 806 068, [email protected]

Application Closing Date: Thursday 27th February 2025 - 11.55PM

Attachments:

894849 RN/M2A Role Description.pdf

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