Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Spinal Rehabilitation Unit

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Daw Park SA, Repat Health Precinct Spinal Rehabilitation Unit
• RN/M2A $107,487 - $114,917  p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Part time (24 hours per week),  permanent from 03 Oct 2026

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

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About the Role

Join our Spinal Rehabilitation Unit as an Associate Nurse Unit Manager, supporting strong clinical leadership and helping deliver safe, person-centred care. You’ll guide the team, support patient flow and build a positive learning culture.

• Lead shift-by-shift nursing care and support patient flow
• Coordinate care and services across disciplines
• Support staff, students and less experienced nurses
• Assist with rostering, leave, staffing and work allocation
• Drive practice change, quality improvement and learning

About You

You are a collaborative and capable nursing leader who thrives in a rehabilitation environment, ensuring high quality patient outcomes while supporting and guiding a multidisciplinary spinal rehabilitation team.

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate spinal rehabilitation care
• Experience supporting, coaching and developing nursing staff
• Skilled in patient flow, care planning and clinical oversight
• Ability to drive practice improvement and support change initiatives

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  947566 - RD for Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Spinal Rehabilitation Unit.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 Sharon Holmes, Nurse Manager.
P:04•••••364
E: sharon.holmes@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 06 September 2026
Job Ref: 947566

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

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