Registered Nurse - General Medical Unit - Incentives Offered

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time Opportunities 
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 + 12.5% Super + Salary Packaging + Rural Incentives 
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ621239
Location: Armidale Hospital 
Closing: Wednesday, 24th December 2025

The Benefits

✅ Earn more, sooner – Receive up to $10,000 in your first 12 months, plus up to $5,000 every year after, paid fortnightly through the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
✅ Enjoy work–life balance with 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff).
✅ Support a greener future through our Sustainable Healthcare – Together Towards Zero initiatives.
✅ Monthly ADOs for full-time employees, giving you an extra day each month to recharge.
✅ Paid parental leave to support you during life’s most important moments (for eligible employees).
✅ Salary packaging opportunities – claim up to $11,600 tax-free each year, plus options for novated leasing.
✅ Fitness Passport – access discounted gym and wellness options for you and your family.
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free, confidential support for you and your immediate family.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse in our General Medical Unit, you’ll play an essential part in delivering safe, compassionate, evidence-based care to a diverse group of patients. A typical shift brings a blend of hands-on clinical care, teamwork, problem-solving, and meaningful human connection.

You will administer medications, complete observations, provide mobility support, deliver wound care, prepare patients for tests, and monitor changes in condition—while collaborating closely with medical, allied health and nursing colleagues. You’ll communicate with families, support culturally respectful care, and help patients move toward their recovery goals.

What isn’t in the PD but matters just as much is that you’ll finish most days knowing you genuinely made someone’s day a little better. You won't be alone in this role! From day one you'll recieve a comprehensive local orientation, up to 4 weeks of supernumerary shifts on commencement, daily in-service education, a full time onsite Clinical Nurse Educator, ongoing professional development and support from an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary team. 

Why You'll Love Armidale

Armidale Hospital is a key regional facility offering emergency, surgical, maternity, rehabilitation, allied health and specialist services, all delivered by a supportive team dedicated to wraparound, patient-centred care.

Living in Armidale means enjoying a rare mix of natural beauty, culture, and community. You’ll find stunning national parks, waterfalls, scenic walking trails, a vibrant arts and food scene, historic architecture, and the warm, community-focused feel of a university town. The presence of UNE gives the city a lively yet relaxed energy, with easy air and rail links connecting you to Sydney when you need them.

It’s the perfect place to build your nursing career while enjoying a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

Who You Are

You are a compassionate, patient-centred nurse who brings warmth, professionalism, and clear communication to every interaction. You thrive in a busy, dynamic environment, stay organised under pressure, and approach challenges with calm, practical problem-solving.

You’ll bring:

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

• All overseas candidates seeking sponsorship MUST have obtained registration with AHPRA and a positive skills assessment via ANMAC with 254445 Registered Nurse (Mixed Med/Sur)

• Strong clinical capability and sound clinical judgement

• The ability to recognise and respond to changing patient conditions

• Confidence working within an interdisciplinary team

• Excellent communication with patients, families and colleagues

• Effective prioritisation in a fast-paced unit

• Comfort using electronic patient management systems

• A commitment to cultural respect, professional boundaries and ongoing learning

Above all, you care deeply about supporting patients through important moments in their healthcare journey and being part of a team that values kindness, collaboration, humour on busy days and truly meaningful work.

Need more information? 
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For role related queries or questions contact Jasmine Carlon on Jasmine.Carlon@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information: 

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. 

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 

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 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
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. 

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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

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.  
 
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