Registered Nurse

Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia, 2650 Permanent Closing on: Sep 30 2026

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Position Description

Calvary Riverina Private Hospital

Registered Nurse

Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providersGet ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environmentJoin a professional and supportive team that provide evidenced based programs

About The Role

As Registered Nurse in the Calvary Drug and Alcohol Centre you will provide clinical care and support to clients undergoing alcohol and other drug withdrawal treatment. The role focuses on safe withdrawal management, health assessment, monitoring, care planning, and supporting clients through recovery while working within a multidisciplinary team.

Your main duties will include:

Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments for clients entering withdrawal support programs. Monitor and manage withdrawal symptoms using evidence-based assessment tools and clinical protocols. Identify and respond to deterioration, medical complications, and emergency situations.

We welcome applicants with a strong interest in supporting people experiencing substance use concerns and are committed to helping staff develop their skills and expertise in this area. We also offer the opportunity for further study, including support to undertake a Graduate Certificate in the specialty.

We have a rotating roster and are happy to support fulltime, part-time and casual positions.

Apply now to join our team in this highly rewarding role, with the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

About You

Current AHPRA RegistrationDemonstrated recent clinical experience in clinical settingWillingness to increase your knowledge of the Drug and Alcohol sectorAbility to work unsupervised, proficiently and in an organised manner during periods of high demand and activityDemonstrated communication, interpersonal skills and customer service skillsA desire to join a team committed to supporting individuals on a recovery journey

For further information please contact Fiona Nyangu, Nurse Unit Manager, on Fiona.nyangu@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 opportunitiesFlexible 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.