Cardiac Care Unit - Registered Nurse

Make Every Beat Count – Join Our Cardiac Care Team at Flinders Medical Centre!

Are you ready to take your nursing career to the next level in one of South Australia’s leading cardiac services? Join the dynamic Cardiac Care Unit at Flinders Medical Centre and play a vital role in delivering life-changing care to patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. Whether you're seeking a full-time or part-time opportunity, ongoing or temporary employment, this is your chance to work alongside highly skilled cardiac specialists, utilise advanced technology, and grow your expertise in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

About the Role

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be an integral member of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, providing exceptional patient-centred care while contributing to positive health outcomes. Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering health promotion, education and support to patients, families and carers,
• Providing clinical leadership and coordination of patient care on a shift-by-shift basis,
• Supporting and mentoring less experienced Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and students,
• Contributing to safe and effective strategies for managing challenging behaviours,
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest standards of cardiac care,

About You

You will bring:

• Experience caring for patients in an acute cardiology setting,
• Strong communication, problem-solving, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills,
• The ability to think creatively, adapt to change and embrace innovation,
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands,
• A commitment to teamwork and delivering exceptional patient outcomes

Why Join Us?

At Flinders Medical Centre, every shift is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You'll be supported by experienced clinicians, have access to ongoing professional development, and become part of a team dedicated to excellence in cardiac care. If you're looking for a role where your skills can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Want To Know More? Contact: Emma Bridgland, Nurse Unit Manager, 08 8204 4315, Emma.Bridgland@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Wednesday 2 September 2026

Attachments:

• RNM1 CCU - Role Description
• Australian applicant guidelines
• International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• 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 Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.  Job ref: 947962