Registered Nurse

• Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers
• Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment
• Part Time Positions Available 

About you

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing safe, effective and appropriate patient care in a patient-focused environment. On the General surgical/colorectal surgery ward we Provide specialised care for patients undergoing surgical and medical management of colorectal conditions, including cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, stoma care, and complex gastrointestinal disorders along with a variety of other general surgeries including weight loss surgeries, plastics and hepatobiliary. Nurses on our ward play a vital role in supporting patients through their surgical journey – from pre-operative preparation to post-operative recovery and ongoing education.

At Calvary Adelaide Hospital, you’ll enjoy clear opportunities for career progression and skill growth, with flexible rostering to support your work–life balance. Gain exposure to diverse and rewarding clinical experiences while working in a positive team culture built on respect and inclusion. You’ll be supported by approachable leaders, recognised for excellence in patient care, and part of a team making a real difference in patients’ lives every day—all within a safe and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• management of complex surgical patients, pre and post operative
• Ongoing patient education and support
• assessment and escalation of the deteriorating patient
• clear communication skills with the multidisciplinary team

What you bring 

• AHPRA Registration
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in an acute surgical nursing
• Ability to work unsupervised, proficiently and in an organised manner during periods of high demand and activity
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal skills and customer service skills
• A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation

For further information please contact Jackie Trebilco, Clinical manager on jackie.trebilco@calvarycare.org.au

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter. 

With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

Your benefits: 

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships 
• Paid parental leave 
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities
• Flexible hours that make sense for you

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella