LC CHC | Clinical Nurse - Stoma/Wound

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Country Health Connect, Mount Gambier & regional
• Salary: RN/M2C $90,913 to $114,917 p.a. (pro-rata)  + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Term Contract | Up to 24 Months
• Part-time position working 30.4 hours per week
• Eligibility Open to Everyone 

Make a Real Impact in Community Health.

Are you passionate about community health and making a genuine difference in the lives of consumers?

Join our Country Health Connect Community Nursing team and play a vital role in delivering specialised stoma and complex wound care across a diverse regional community. This is your opportunity to provide meaningful, person-centred care while supporting individuals to live well in their own homes.

About the Role

As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide specialised nursing care and manage a defined caseload of clients requiring stoma and complex wound management across a variety of healthcare settings.

You will act as a clinical resource and leader, supporting best practice, mentoring staff and ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care that meets the needs of consumers and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to community clients
• Provide expert stoma and wound care management
• Undertake comprehensive assessment, care planning and case management
• Support and mentor less experienced staff and students
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Contribute to education, quality improvement and evidence-based practice
• Promote positive health outcomes and independence for consumers

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a motivated and compassionate nurse who is committed to community care.

You will bring:

• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Experience in stoma therapy and/or complex wound care
• A genuine passion for community health and supporting consumers
• Highly developed communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to culturally safe care, including engagement with Aboriginal communities

Why Join Us? 

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network 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.
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community 
• Access salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading – watch a short video about salary packaging.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available (see SA Health Careers - Relocation support for more information)
• Wellbeing initiatives: Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace

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Our Organisation

We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.  

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.  

The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other: 

• Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community. 
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf. 
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures. 
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses. 
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture. 
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living. 

Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health 

Applicant Information

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.

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 appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) 
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check 
• 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

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.  The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

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Enquiries

Lisa Sutcliffe
Position: Acting Regional Manager Community Nursing
Phone: 0466 533 969
E-mail: lisa.sutcliffe@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

6 September 2026

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

Attachments

933836 - RD RN2 Stoma and Wound Nurse.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines

International applicant guidelines