Community Health Nurse

  • Adelaide (Head Office), SA, Australia, 5000
  • Part time

At Uniting Communities, we believe in building a compassionate society where everyone can thrive. Our Streetlink Program provides an integrated primary health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment service for homeless and vulnerable young people.

We are seeking a Community Health Nurse (Clinical Nurse Level 2) 2 - 3 days per week to join our dedicated multidisciplinary team in Adelaide. In this role, you will deliver holistic, client-centred healthcare that supports individuals and their families to actively manage their health and wellbeing.

What you’ll do:

  • Deliver comprehensive clinical nursing services including immunisations, ante/post-natal care, child and adolescent health, AOD and mental health support, and sexual health services.

  • Provide outreach nursing services and health education to young people, families, and the wider community.

  • Advocate for clients, connect them with support services, and empower them to engage with community life.

  • Maintain accurate medical records and contribute to continuous service improvement.

What we’re looking for:

  • AHPRA-registered nurse with proven experience in community health nursing.

  • Strong clinical knowledge in areas such as adolescent health, mental health, sexual health, and AOD treatment.

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with young people and families.

  • Commitment to Uniting Communities’ values: Kind, Bold, Genuine.

  • Current CPR, Child Safe Environments training, and unrestricted driver’s licence.

Why Work For Us?

  • In addition to your salary, you can package up to $15,900 per year pre-tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card. 

  • How could working for a Not-For-Profit impact your take home pay? Visit our salary packaging provider for details - Access Pay

  • 4 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave

  • 1 Week Paid Cultural Leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Staff

  • 1 Day of Community Engagement Leave

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Check out our additional benefits at www.unitingcommunities.org

What Next?

Please attach a cover letter addressing the role and why you are interested in working for us, as well as a current resume.

We will be shortlisting and interviewing applicants as they are submitted. Apply early.

As an organisation, we are committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults.  All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks.

UC acknowledges that community members—particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse individuals, gender-diverse people, people with disabilities, older people, and those who have experienced social factors, including a history of living in out-of-home care—have valuable experiences to offer. Please contact us if you have questions about your suitability for a role, because we want you here.

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