At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in orthopaedics and support patient journeys.
- Company: Join the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network's dynamic Orthopaedic Unit.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and salary sacrifice options.
- Other info: Mentorship opportunities and a supportive multidisciplinary team await you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with 3+ years of experience in orthopaedic nursing.
The predicted salary is between 92731 - 117215 $ per year.
Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Noarlunga Health Precinct – Orthopaedic Unit
Salary $92,731 - $117,215 p.a. (Pro Rata) RN/M2C | Permanent Part Time Position – 32 Hours Per Week
Make a Difference in Orthopaedic Care – Join Our Team!
Join our team as a General Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse and play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care throughout the orthopaedic journey.
About the role:
Reporting to the Nurse Consultant, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality orthopaedic care and support the ongoing development of the General Orthopaedic service in the outpatient setting.
Duties for the role will include:
- Case coordination for patients undergoing elective orthopaedic surgery throughout pre-operative assessment, surgery, rehabilitation and post-discharge care
- Promote chronic disease self-management and improve patient outcomes.
- Apply evidence-based practices and contribute to policy development and service improvement.
- Mentor and support less experienced staff while maintaining high professional nursing standards.
About you:
- Registered Nurse with at least 3 years, full time equivalent, post registration experience.
- Experience in orthopaedic nursing.
- Experience in the leadership and direction of student nurses, enrolled nurses and less experienced registered nurses.
- Effective communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet set timelines, whilst working under minimal supervision.
Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.
Want To Know More? Contact: Julie Troake, Nurse Consultant General Orthopaedic Elective, 0402697492 Julie.Troake@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Monday 9th of November 2026
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.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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