Community Registered Nurse
Deliver advanced wound care in a supportive rural team while enjoying the relaxed, affordable lifestyle of scenic Inverell.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 Per Annum + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ573249
Location: Inverell Community Health Service
Closing: Thursday, 29th May 2025
Shape your nursing career in a role that makes a real difference—while enjoying a rural lifestyle that has it all.
Are you a motivated and skilled Registered Nurse with a passion for wound care and community health? Join the dedicated team at Inverell Community Health Service and become an essential part of a small, supportive, and highly professional rural nursing team.
What We Offer
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A welcoming and collaborative team culture
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Ongoing professional development, including training in NPWT and PICC line management
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Access to expert advice from the Wound Management Clinical Nurse Specialist (Armidale-based) and the Virtual Rural and Complex Wound Management Nurse Practitioner
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The opportunity to grow your career while enjoying a meaningful work-life balance in a beautiful rural setting
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4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
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Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance
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Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
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Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Why Inverell?
Located in the scenic countryside of northern NSW, Inverell offers the best of regional living—affordable housing, a welcoming community, and a relaxed lifestyle perfect for families and individuals alike. Here, you’ll enjoy a slower pace of life without sacrificing access to great schools, sporting clubs, and natural beauty.
Your Role
You’ll be part of a cohesive and committed team delivering essential community nursing services across Inverell, Ashford, and Bundarra. Working alongside Registered and Enrolled Nurses and supported by the Nurse Unit Manager, your role will focus on:
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Wound care management, including advanced therapies such as Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) and PICC line care
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Continence care
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Rotational support across smaller surrounding community sites
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Prioritising care in a dynamic environment while supporting and delegating within the team
What We're Looking For
We’re seeking a highly motivated Registered Nurse with:
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Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
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The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team
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Strong clinical skills, particularly in wound care
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A passion for providing high-quality care in a community setting
Ready to make a meaningful impact in a community that will value your expertise?
Apply now to join our supportive and passionate team.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Tiffany Ehsman on Tiffany.Ehsman@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.
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 Rebecca.Caldwell@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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
