Registered Nurse - Outpatients
Become our newest Registered Nurse at Armidale Hospital’s Outpatients Department. Work where purpose and lifestyle align.
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Armidale Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ644245
Applications Close: Sunday, 8th March 2026.
To be eligible for 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.
About the role:
Armidale Hospital is looking for a motivated and experience Registered Nurse to provide safe compassionate person centred care within the Outpatients Department in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team to community members from across the Tablelands Sector to achieve identified goals and outcomes. You will deliver quality, efficient and effective person centred care which meets the needs of the families or carers. You will also act as an advocate to assist patients and their families/carers make informed decisions.
You won’t be working alone – you will be provided with a thorough orientation process including supernumery days and will also be supported by Clinical Nurse Educators and the Nurse Manager. The Outpatient Department at the Armidale Rural Referral Hospital is a small, cohesive, dedicated service delivering many and varied Outpatient services to the local communities of the Tablelands region. Our facilities and services are first class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring
Where you’ll be working:
Armidale is the main hub of the New England High Country and one of Australia’s most elegant regional locations, known for its 19th-century churches and heritage architecture. The presence of the University of New England and TAFE NSW Digital makes it a significant education hub, supporting a diverse economy and a range of jobs beyond typical rural centres. A graceful city of tree-lined streets, Armidale is less than 90 minutes from Tamworth, with daily flights between Sydney and Armidale taking under an hour. The area is surrounded by beautiful forests, mountain gorges, national parks, and waterfalls, including Wollomombi Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in Australia.
Benefits:
✅Collaborative team environment
✅Ongoing training and support
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
✅6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
✅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 their families
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
Additional information:
- If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
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 Lisa Ryan | Lisa.Ryan3@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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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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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 HNELHD 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.
HNE 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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