Respiratory Nurse Consultant - TQEH Respiratory Community Outreach

Respiratory Nurse Consultant - TQEH Respiratory Community Outreach

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville 5011
• Salary RN-3 $ 125,183 -$130,779 p.a. (pro rata)+ super + salary packaging
• Temporary up to 30/6/27 and part-time working 15.2 hours per week

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.

• Grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment
• Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day

Lead expert respiratory care across the state. Manage complex lung disease and home oxygen care. Build strong links with patients, carers and health teams. Create smarter pathways that keep people well pe policy, research and clinical change with real impact.

Key duties

• Lead expert respiratory advice across hospital and community
• Manage home oxygen care from referral to follow up
• Support patients and carers with clear lung care advice
• Guide teams to reduce hospital visits and stay days
• Build links with GPs, NGOs and oxygen providers
• Advise on complex cases across acute and home care
• Contribute to policy, research and service change
• Support sleep and lung test services with patient care

About You

You are an experienced respiratory nurse ready to lead, influence and make a statewide impact. You bring strong clinical judgement, confidence working autonomously, and a genuine drive to improve care for people with lung disease.

• AHPRA registered nurse with current practising certificate
• Advanced respiratory nursing expertise across acute and community
• Confident leader who guides teams and supports practice growth
• Strong educator for patients, carers and health professionals
• Sound knowledge of safety standards, policy and care pathways

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre‑tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development – funding + study leave for growth opportunities
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & 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.

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Applications close: 11:55 pm,
Sunday, 25 January 2026

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.