Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Eyre Ward A

• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Port Lincoln District Health Service
• Salary: RN/M2A $107,487 - $114,917 p.a (pro rata) + Regional Allowances + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Multiple temporary part time positions available

Take the next step in your nursing career and make a difference in Port Lincoln.

Port Lincoln and District Health Service is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join Eyre Ward A, providing inpatient care across a diverse range of medical and surgical patients.

We have two part-time opportunities available, offering the chance to provide shift-by-shift clinical leadership, support the Nurse Unit Manager and help foster a positive, collaborative environment where patients receive safe, high-quality, person-centred care.

You'll work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team while developing your leadership skills, supporting less experienced staff and contributing to continuous improvement across the ward.

Opportunities available:

• 0.53 FTE (20 hours per week) over a 7-day roster, until 18 September 2027
• 0.31 FTE (11.78 hours per week) over a 7-day roster, until 26 February 2027

Who are we looking for?

• Are you an experienced Registered Nurse ready to further develop your leadership skills?
• Do you have strong clinical skills and a commitment to person-centred care?
• Are you confident supporting and guiding colleagues to deliver safe, high-quality care?
• Do you enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a positive team culture?

How will you contribute?

• Provide clinical leadership and support the delivery of quality patient care.
• Support the Nurse Unit Manager with the coordination and management of the ward.
• Guide and support less experienced nurses, students and other team members.
• Contribute to education, service improvement, clinical auditing and positive change.

Why Port Lincoln?

Port Lincoln offers:

• Stunning beaches and a relaxed coastal lifestyle
• Renowned fresh seafood and local produce
• Excellent schools and family-friendly community
• Short commute times and a great work-life balance
• The opportunity to make a real difference in a close-knit community
• A supportive environment where your contribution is valued

On your weekends off, explore the spectacular Eyre Peninsula, from pristine beaches and rugged coastlines to incredible wildlife and natural wonders.

About Us

With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.

Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.

Why Join Us

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North 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.
• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Access wellbeing and counselling support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative and inclusive workplace.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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 appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• 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 in the workplace.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 950149

Enquiries

Port Lincoln Health Nurse Manager
Phone: 8683 2787
E-mail: health.plhnursemanager@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 27 September 2026, 11:55PM

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

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

950149 RN2 - Associate Nurse Midwife Unit Manager-Eyre Ward A - Role Description.pdf