Enrolled Nurse - Transitional Aged Care Program
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- Enrolled Nurse
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- REQ590676 Requisition #
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- 20 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 per hour + 12% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ590676
Applications Close: Sunday, 27th July 2025
About the Program:
Hunter Valley Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) is multi-disciplinary team supporting and providing aged care clients with the opportunity to improve their health and wellbeing after discharge from hospital. The TACP team comprises of Allied Health and Nursing professionals working closely with the clients and their family using an enablement focus, providing slow stream therapy aiming to improve the clients function, independence and safety. The service operates as a home visiting service, dependent upon patient needs. The service operates 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Sunday all year round. This role will be five 8-hour shifts per fortnight based at our Kurri Kurri office.
As an Enrolled nurse, you'll play a vital role in supporting clients to maintain their independence and quality of life within their own homes. This community-based role involves assisting in the assessment, planning, coordination, and evaluation of quality nursing care to support optimal outcomes for each patient. You will proactively engage with individuals to understand their needs and enhance service delivery, working within a person-centred care model. A willingness to embrace change and adapt to evolving care approaches is essential. The position will require the successful candidate to show skills such as self motivation, autonomy, compassion, enthusiasm and good time management skills in order to complete tasks required each day.
This role is ideal for someone who is confident working independently, enjoys building rapport with clients, and is passionate about providing compassionate, client-centred care in the community.
About You:
You are a compassionate and self-motivated individual who thrives when working independently, yet values being part of a supportive team. In this role, your ability to manage your time effectively and adapt to changing daily needs is essential.
To succeed in the TACP team, you will bring:
- Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
- Eligible to drive in NSW with a current unrestricted NSW Drivers Licence
- A high level of autonomy and initiative
- Flexibility and a strong team-oriented mindset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A genuine commitment to delivering safe, person-centred care
Your focus will be on supporting clients to achieve their functional goals, promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life through every interaction.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated lease
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Melinda Higgins on Melinda.Higgins@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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