Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Riverton Hospital RN/M1 & ENC/END | Ongoing and Temporary | Full Time & Part Time Salary $74,831 - $102,103 p.a. (pro rata) RN/M1 | $63,992 - $74,831 p.a. (pro rata) ENC/END Eligibility Open to Everyone YORKE AND NORTHERN LOCAL HEALTH NETWORK EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT RIVERTON DISTRICT SOLDIERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - REGISTERED & ENROLLED NURSES The gorgeous Yorke and Northern region encompass the Yorke Peninsula and significant areas of the Spencer Gulf and Gulf of St Vincent, Southern Flinders Ranges, and the Mid North of South Australia all within easy reach of Adelaide. The Mid North region is SA’s gateway to the outback and Southern Flinders Ranges, it is renowned for its wonderful rural panoramas and unique country townships. The area is made up of dramatic landscapes and native wildlife and offers an abundance of activities to break up those workdays, including outback camping, four-wheel driving, cycling, and surfing. The beautiful Clare Valley sits within this region and offers some of Australia’s best wines with more than 50 cellar doors to explore and enjoy. The Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe in their work environment. This culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions. A career in the YNLHN can be very rewarding and comes with great lifestyles benefits. Not to mention your choice of scenery from farm to ocean, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges. The YNLHN offers our employees access to salary sacrifice arrangements through Smart Salary (watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here ) and some areas have access to a remote zone allowance. For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here . Work with us - Yorke and Northern LHN Yorke and Northern Local Health Network – We care for you Click here to find out more about working with Yorke and Northern Local Health Network Riverton District Soldiers Memorial Hospital & Wakefield Aged Care Riverton Hospital is a small but dynamic rural health service , offering 7 acute beds and 17 residential aged care beds at Wakefield Aged Care. Servicing the town of Riverton and surrounding communities, the hospital is co-located with the local GP clinic , providing exposure to a broad range of clinical presentations. From emergency retrievals and acute presentations to palliative care and long-term aged care, Riverton Hospital offers variety, challenge, and meaningful work —there truly is something for everyone. About Riverton Located just 89 km north of Adelaide , Riverton is a friendly and scenic country town set among the rolling hills of the Gilbert Valley, close to Roseworthy and the renowned Clare Valley wine region. With local schools, shops, and essential services, Riverton offers a relaxed lifestyle with everything you need close by—while larger centres are within easy driving distance. As a nurse in Riverton, you will be a valued and respected member of the community, playing a vital role in supporting local health and wellbeing. Our Culture Riverton Hospital and Wakefield Aged Care are known for their positive, inclusive workplace culture , where staff are genuinely valued and recognised for their contributions. We pride ourselves on teamwork, mutual support, and bringing our best to work every day. You will join a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to both patients and residents. Role Overview Nursing at Riverton is varied, exciting, and full of opportunity . As a rural hospital, our nurses develop strong clinical confidence and adaptability, managing everything from critical emergencies to low-acuity presentations. You will build and maintain skills across: Triage and emergency care Acute medical nursing Mental health presentations Palliative and end-of-life care Residential aged care The attached aged care facility provides a strong foundation in long-term care, offering both professional challenge and personal reward. Professional Development & Career Pathways Riverton Hospital actively supports professional growth, offering opportunities to take on additional portfolios such as: Blood management Palliative care Infection control Work health and safety Student education and mentorship We provide extensive education opportunities and clear pathways for career advancement into specialist acute roles, education, leadership, and management across the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network. Employee Benefits As an employee of Riverton Hospital, you will have access to: Salary sacrifice arrangements through SmartSalary A supportive, team-focused environment committed to your development Now Recruiting We are currently recruiting Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses for a range of roles, with both permanent and temporary contracts available. Please apply online and complete the required documentation. Job ref: 928087 Enquiries Vanessa Watson Position: CenSTaR Administration Officer Phone: 0468 810 489 E-mail: vanessa.watson@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date Tuesday 10 February 2026 at 11.55PM Central Australian Standard Time. Applicant Information SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQASB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best. 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 appropriate immunisation requirements. Check(s) DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information Attachments 928087 - RIVERTON_Enrolled Nurse Cert Dip Role Description.pdf 928087 - RIVERTON_Registered Nurse Role Description.pdf JCSRNfinal.pdf JCSENfinal.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines
