• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Salary: RN/M3 - $125,183.00- $130,779.00 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time, Permanent Role

About the Role

The Nurse Consultant Disability/NDIS and Complex Care will provide clinical nursing expertise to patients and provide clinical leadership and in a variety of clinical settings which could include community outreach. Employees classified at this level are experts within their area and stream of practice and have a significant degree of autonomy and decision making.

This position is to maintain contemporary knowledge about hospital avoidance and discharge strategies and internal and external services to coordinate safe patient discharge, and prevent unnecessary CALHN presentations and admissions, provide clinical leadership and education within the organisation, and act as a CALHN expert in the National Disability Insurance Scheme and management of patients with complexities, inclusive of building effective working relationships with relevant Government and Non-Government Organisations and internal stakeholders.

The position is to work alongside CALHN programs and as a part of a Multidisciplinary team to support hospital demand by navigating the discharge of those with complexity, and escalating barriers whist maintaining clear documentation, data and reporting. This role will be required to both adapt and respond to changing landscapes which could include roles and responsibilities and models of service delivery.

About You

You are a registered nurse or midwife with a strong clinical background and a passion for leading high-quality care in multidisciplinary settings. Your leadership, adaptability, and commitment to innovation enable you to drive positive change and foster a supportive workplace culture.

Key requirements:

• Qualifications and Registration: Registered or eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and holding (or eligible to hold) a current practising certificate.

• Leadership and Teamwork: Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, promote consumer engagement, and develop staff potential in dynamic healthcare environments.

• Clinical Expertise and Experience: Minimum three years post-registration experience, with advanced skills in triage, assessment, and decision-making in complex community settings.

• Knowledge and Compliance: Strong understanding of relevant legislation, standards, and contemporary nursing/midwifery issues, with a focus on safety and quality in care delivery.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. 
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. 
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer 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, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 908079

Enquiries to:

Naomi O’Brien

Phone: 0468599492

E-mail: Naomi.O'Brien@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 1^st August 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 908079 Role Description RD RN3 NC Disability NDIS and Complex Care.pdf

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