Nurse Practitioner - Primary Healthcare SA Prison Health - Various Metro and Country Sites

SA Health
Job reference: 943791
Location: 5085 - NORTHFIELD
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Multiple Prison Sites, SA Prison Health Service (SAPHS)
• Salary  RN-4    $137,464 to $143,282 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Permanent  part-time working 16 hours per week

Nursing Careers at CALHN

Join our dedicated nursing team at CALHN, where you’ll help shape the future of health through world-class care and research - achieving the extraordinary every day.

• Be part of a safe and connected, person-centred nursing community
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
• Grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment
• Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of people in custody by delivering advanced primary healthcare across SA Prison Health Services. As a permanent Nurse Practitioner, you will work with a high level of autonomy to assess, diagnose, treat and coordinate care while supporting positive health outcomes across metropolitan and regional correctional settings. Clinics are delivered across various metropolitan and country prison locations, with travel and overnight stays expected as part of the role, offering a diverse and rewarding scope of practice.  Country travel and overnight stays are required as part of the role.

• Provide advanced assessment, diagnosis and treatment
• Manage chronic, complex and acute health conditions
• Prescribe medicines and coordinate patient care
• Deliver virtual and face-to-face healthcare services
• Lead service improvement and evidence-based practice

About You

You are an experienced Nurse Practitioner who combines advanced clinical expertise with a passion for delivering accessible, person-centred healthcare.

• Endorsed Nurse Practitioner with current NMBA registration
• Advanced primary healthcare and clinical assessment skills
• Lead care planning and complex case management
• Build strong partnerships across multidisciplinary teams
• Drive quality improvement and evidence-based practice

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development – funding + study leave for growth opportunities
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required be required  943791 SAPHS RN4 Nurse Practitioner Primary Healthcare Job Description.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?
Connect with Adam Spicer, Nursing Director - SA Prison Health

Phone: 7002 3100

E-mail: ***********@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 26 August 2026
Job Ref: 943789

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

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

Applications close: 26/08/2026 11:55 PM

Flexibility Statement
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.