Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered

Are you a motivated and confident Registered Nurse ready to take the next step in your career? At Boggabri Multi-Purpose Service (MPS), you’ll experience true nursing variety, working across acute, aged care, and emergency settings, while being part of a close-knit, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Earn up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme
• Enjoy a broad and autonomous role, no two days are the same
• Work with a supportive, flexible team that looks out for each other
• Access ongoing education, mentorship, and development opportunities
• Experience a genuine sense of purpose serving your local community

Additional Benefits:

• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• Salary packaging up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport – discounted gym memberships for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families

Why Boggabri?

Discover the charm of small-town living in Boggabri, a welcoming rural community of around 1,000 people in the beautiful northwest of NSW, just 1.5 hours from Tamworth.

Here, you’ll find more than just a job, you’ll find balance. Forget the traffic and long commutes. Instead, enjoy open spaces, affordable living, and a community that truly values the work you do. Whether it’s a friendly chat at the local café or helping a neighbour, life in Boggabri offers connection and meaning at every turn.

About the Service

Boggabri MPS provides comprehensive rural health care, including:

• 16-bed Residential Aged Care Facility
• 4 acute care beds
• 2 emergency department beds
• Co-located GP surgery and Ambulance Station

Our collaborative team of RNs, EENs, ENs, and AINs deliver high-quality care across all areas. As an RN, you’ll work both independently and as part of the team, often taking on the In-Charge role to guide and support colleagues in delivering safe, person-centred care.

About the Role

• Full rotating shift roster
• Diverse clinical exposure: aged care, emergency, acute, and palliative care
• Supportive orientation and ongoing education with access to a Clinical Nurse Educator
• Ideal for nurses who thrive on variety, responsibility, and community impact

About You

You are an Experienced Registered Nurse who:

• Has experience in a smaller MPS or rural health setting (or a strong interest in this environment)
• Can work confidently and autonomously
• Brings strong clinical judgement, communication, and teamwork skills
• Has experience in (or is keen to develop skills in) emergency and triage care

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

If you’re ready to bring your clinical expertise to a place where your contribution is seen, valued, and celebrated every day, join the Boggabri MPS team and experience the professional and personal rewards of rural nursing.

👉 Apply now and start your next chapter in Boggabri.

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Amanda Boxsell on Amanda.Boxsell@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information: 

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. 
• 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. 

Information for Applicants:  
* 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. 
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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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