Clinical Nurse Ward
Job No:
BH122
Location:
Stepney
About the role
Reporting to the Clinical Manager Wards, the Clinical Nurse works at an advanced level of nursing practice and plays a pivotal role in delivering safe, contemporary, patient‑centred care across the ward and COU. The role involves comprehensive assessment, intervention and evaluation, providing expert guidance in complex situations, and collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to maintain consistently high clinical standards. The CN drives quality improvement, leads a defined clinical portfolio, and builds the capability of nursing and support staff. As a senior team member, the CN models Burnside Hospital’s values and fosters a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for patients, families and colleagues while championing optimal patient outcomes.
Based at our Stepney location, this permanent part-time role (0.8 FTE) is ideal for a suitably qualified Registered Nurse - preferably with acute surgical or orthopaedic experience - who is ready to step into a leadership position within a professional and supportive environment. You will bring advanced clinical skills, a strong understanding of contemporary nursing practice, and a collaborative, professional presence to interactions with patients and the multidisciplinary team. Your leadership capability will enable you to coach and support staff, foster continuous learning, and contribute to high‑quality, patient‑centred care.
If you’re committed to shaping a high‑performing ward environment and want to work with an employer who values your contribution and supports long‑term career growth, we’d love to welcome you.
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As an employee of Burnside Hospital, you will enjoy the benefit of
- A Healthy Work-Life Balance: We seek to provide you with an exceptional professional and work life, which is why we offer flexible working hours and schedules within a supportive environment that value both your professional and personal life.
- Convenience and Safety: Car parking options available at our hospitals, located in the eastern suburbs close to the city.
- Career Development: We offer structured training programs, educational support, and development initiatives to help you build your capabilities and potential for rewarding and long-lasting careers and personal growth. We’re a stable and secure organisation with a reputation for quality service, big enough to provide opportunities while being small enough to know your name so you’ll feel seen and heard.
- Competitive Benefits: Our not-for-profit status allows us to offer salary-sacrificing arrangements where a portion of your income (up to $18,550) is allocated to pay for approved living expenses, meals, entertainment, and vehicle novated leasing before your income tax is calculated, meaning you pay less income tax and have more money in your pocket.
- Wellbeing: We ensure our people are well supported through free counselling and physiotherapy assistance, pharmacy and health insurance discounts, free flu vaccinations, and generous leave entitlements.
- Peer Recognition: We value everyone's contributions, and our reward and recognition program is designed to celebrate the people who truly embody our values and make our workplace exceptional.
- Impactful Work: Working at Burnside Hospital means making a difference in the lives of the people we serve. You’ll be part of a team that is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our patients every day.
About us
Burnside Hospital is one of South Australia's foremost private healthcare providers, offering a range of services across our two sites, Toorak Gardens and Stepney, caring for and supporting the thousands of patients who choose to have their healthcare needs met here each year. We are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients, their families, and the community and pride ourselves on our values-based approach of caring with empathy and respect, prioritising safety and wellbeing, and investing in continuous learning and professional growth. We work together as a team and value diversity, ensuring a positive, inclusive culture for everyone.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory working with children check and pre-employment health assessment.
