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• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla
• AIN | Full/Part Time | Temporary (contract up to 2 years)
• Multiple Positions Available
• Base Salary Range: $61,458 - $63,278 p.a

Join us as an Assistant in Nursing and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care within a dedicated healthcare team!

Discover the Flinders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meets Opportunity

Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.

Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career. Your Impact

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. You’ll work across discipline-specific and multi-disciplinary teams, gaining experience in diverse settings that challenge and inspire you. We invest in your future through continuing education and professional development opportunities, so you can grow your skills and advance your career - all while making a real difference in the lives of people in our region.

Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN!

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

Our Benefits:

• Financial Incentive: In addition to your annual salary and standard entitlements, you may be eligible for regional specific allowances as outlined in the award. Depending on your location, you could also qualify for a Locality Allowance (conditions apply).  Plus, boost your take-home pay even further by enjoying salary packaging options.
• Grow Your Career: Access professional development and upskilling opportunities to achieve your career goals.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work in an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference in the health of our community.
• Balance Work and Life: Flexible working arrangements help you maintain a healthy balance between rewarding work and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual voluntary flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation Support: Up to $13,000 reimbursement may be available for those relocating. Learn more a SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Accommodation Assistance: Accommodation support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

Site and Service:

Whyalla Hospital and Health Service

Whyalla Hospital and Health Services is one of the largest regional hospitals in South Australia, offering 75 beds, including flex beds and a dedicated High Dependency Unit. We provide a comprehensive range of services, including emergency care, medical and surgical services, maternity, rehabilitation, mental health, and outpatient clinics. Our Cancer Resource Centre is among the largest in regional SA, featuring six chemotherapy chairs, outpatient care, and counselling services - helping patients receive vital treatment close to home. We are also proud to be one of only three regional stroke services in South Australia, delivering specialised stroke treatment 24/7 in partnership with metropolitan stroke units. At Whyalla Hospital, we work closely with community health services and Aboriginal health providers to ensure inclusive, high-quality care for every member of our community. Find out more about the Services at Whyalla Hospital and Health Service | SA Health

Living and Working in the Flinders and Upper North Region - Whyalla

About the Role:

As an Assistant in Nursing, you will support Enrolled and Registered Nurses/Midwives in the delivery of general patient care while undertaking basic nursing duties within the healthcare setting. In this role, you will assist with routine tasks associated with activities of daily living and perform duties that require basic skills, knowledge and experience, while remaining accountable for your own actions.

You will also provide routine technical support, including setting up for nursing procedures, cleaning equipment and managing local stock levels. Working as part of the healthcare team, you will contribute to maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff, participate in quality improvement activities through recording and reporting data, and follow established organisational guidelines, protocols and procedures.

About You:

• Be enrolled as a student in an undergraduate program in nursing or midwifery (can state year of program e.g. 3rd year) and have completed any training required by the employer relevant to the safe and competent performance of work at this level, OR
• Be employed on the basis that the person is, or will be, undertaking a course approved by the Registration Authority for the preparation of Enrolled Nurses, OR
• Hold a Certificate III or IV in one of the following health related disciplines:
  • Basic Health Care
  • Aged Care
  • Health Services Assistance: (Qualifications to include elective units recommended for AIN Acute care)
  • Home and Community Care
  • Individual Support Work
  • Or such other nationally recognised courses approved within the healthcare setting by full agreement of DHA and the ANMF Insert essential qualification/s.
• Experience, within the boundaries of their education and skill preparation, in the provision of nursing/midwifery care in the healthcare setting in accordance with the appropriate standards of practice.

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

Applicant Information:

• Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• 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.
• 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 the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Want To Know More? Contact:

Megan Rosa - Acting Nurse Management Facilitator, 8648 8402, Megan.Rosa@sa.gov.au

Job Ref: 930910

Application Closing Date: Friday 3rd April 2026 - 11:55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply for further information.

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