SA Health
Job reference: 953537
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Anaesthetics Registered Nurse / Clinical Nurse

• Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide SA 5000 | Technical Suites, Critical Care & Perioperative Services
• Salary RN1 – $79,381 to $108,311 p.a. (pro rata) + superannuation and salary packaging
• Salary RN2 – $92,731.00 to $117,215 p.a. (pro rata) + superannuation and salary packaging
• Multiple permanent and temporary positions, full-time or part-time, five-day & seven-day rosters

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

Build your anaesthetic nursing career in the Royal Adelaide Hospital’s Technical Suites. Support patients undergoing elective, emergency and cardiothoracic procedures, working with a skilled multidisciplinary team to provide safe, person-centred care. Bring specialist experience or develop your general anaesthetic skills through focused training and ongoing professional development.

• Provide safe anaesthetic care and monitor patient needs
• Recognise clinical deterioration and escalate concerns
• Work with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team
• Strengthen practice through learning and quality improvement

At Clinical Nurse level, apply advanced anaesthetic practice, guide less experienced staff and contribute to clinical portfolios and service improvement. These roles offer permanent and temporary opportunities, with full-time and part-time arrangements and five-day or seven-day rosters. Specialist skills support emergency, cardiothoracic and on-call requirements.

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold or be eligible for nursing registration and a certificate
• Demonstrate competence in relevant anaesthetic nursing practice
• Communicate clearly and work well in multidisciplinary teams
• Prioritise care and solve problems with a flexible approach
• Provide person-centred care and support quality improvement

Essential Requirements/Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills:

Experience within the Anaesthetics (minimum 3-4 yrs)

Good communication skills

Ability to work within a team environment

Good time management skills

Desirable

Grad certificate/diploma in anaesthetics/recovery

Airway experience

Critical care nursing experience

ALS certified

Paediatric anaesthetic/recovery experience

Cardiothoracic experience

Cell salvage

 

Main benefits of working @ RAH - Anaesthetic nursing 

Extensive clinical diversity of patients, exposure to complex cases with well supported training environment

Various clinical educational opportunities

Working within a large Tertiary hospital

Advanced technology

Supportive management team

Registration or eligibility for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and a current practising certificate or eligibility to hold one, are required. Clinical Nurse applicants will bring consolidated anaesthetic experience, further study and advanced practice skills, with the ability to guide colleagues. Relevant perioperative qualifications are desirable. Please refer to the applicable role description for full requirements.

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:

• Make your money go further – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
• Professional development allowance – with structured development support
• Balance work and life – access flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported – confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and 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 attached role description for essential qualifications and the full role requirements.
• Attachment: 953537 - RD for Anaesthetics Registered NurseClinical Nurse RN1.pdf
• Attachment: 953537 - RD for Anaesthetics Registered NurseClinical Nurse RN2.pdf
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. This role is classified as Immunisation Risk Category A.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Dana Stoica, CCPO Advanced Nurse Manager.
Telephone: 0427 232 339
Email: [email protected]

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 1 November 2026
Job Ref: 953537

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

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Applications close: 01/11/2026 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.