Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered
Make a real impact as a Registered Nurse at Tomaree Community Hospital—where career growth meets coastal living in stunning Nelson Bay.
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Tomaree Community Hospital Nelson Bay
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time positions available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ594142
Applications Close: Sunday 10th August 2025
Where you’ll be working:
Tomaree Community Hospital is located at 2 Trevally Street, Nelson Bay, serving the vibrant Port Stephens community with a strong commitment to person-centred care. As part of Hunter New England Health, the hospital offers 24-hour emergency services, inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and aged care support in a friendly and collaborative environment.
Living in Nelson Bay means enjoying a relaxed coastal lifestyle, surrounded by stunning beaches, national parks, and a welcoming local community. Here, your career and quality of life go hand in hand.
About the role:
As a Registered Nurse, you’ll work across both our inpatient ward and emergency department on a rotating roster, delivering high-quality care across the lifespan. You’ll be a valued part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to safe, compassionate, and person-centred nursing.
Whether you're experienced in emergency and triage or keen to grow your skills, we provide a thorough orientation and access to an on-site educator to support your development. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your rural and regional nursing experience while making a real difference in your community.
About you:
- You’re passionate about providing high-quality, holistic nursing care
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team
- You bring strong clinical reasoning, excellent communication, and a commitment to patient-centred practice
- You’re eager to contribute to emergency care and rural health, with a willingness to learn and adapt
Requirements:
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Experience in emergency or triage nursing (desirable but not essential)
- Availability to work a rotating roster
What we can offer you:
- Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
- Ongoing professional development and training
- A supportive and inclusive team environment
- Career advancement opportunities across Hunter New England Health
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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For role related queries or questions contact Hari Nair on hari.bhaskarannair@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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*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
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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.
