• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary   ENC/END  $63,992 - $74,831 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time and part-time positions 

Applications accepted from current student Enrolled Nurses who will complete their diplomas in the next 6 months.

About the Role

The CALHN Heart & Lung program – Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit Inpatient Wing is a high-acuity surgical ward providing specialised care to patients in the pre- and post-operative management of elective and emergency heart and lung surgeries. The unit is committed to providing evidence-based care that is flexible and responsive to client needs and follows current nursing models of care.

The Enrolled Nurse within the Heart & Lung Program supports the Registered Nurse in the provision of person-centred care consistent with regulatory and statutory requirements. Practice at this level is from novice to proficient Enrolled Nurse practice. Employees at this level work under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, however at all times the Enrolled Nurse retains responsibility for his/her actions and remains accountable in providing nursing care.

The CALHN Heart & Lung Program, provides nursing services within current nursing models of care focussing on patient centred acute inpatient services both emergency and elective; including cardiac and respiratory diagnostics and interventional and electrophysiology procedures and Cardiac & Respiratory Rehabilitation and Heart & Respiratory Failure and outpatients Services. The Heart & Lung nursing service extends to management of the Cardiothoracic Surgery wing and preoperative service.

About You

You are a compassionate and dedicated Enrolled Nurse who is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. With strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, you’re ready to thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

• Currently enrolled (or eligible) with the Nursing Board of Australia

• Skilled in delivering safe, person-centred care and monitoring clinical changes

• Able to prioritise tasks and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

• Knowledgeable of nursing standards, codes, and relevant healthcare legislation

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 Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• 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.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

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:  915884

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 10 October 2025

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

 915884 RD Exciting opportunity for Enrolled Nurses in Heart & Lung Surgery Unit.pdf

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