Community Dementia Nurse
Support vulnerable people and their families in the region as our newest Community Dementia Nurse!
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Kurri Kurri Community Health Service
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until June 2026
Hours Per Week: 32
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Requisition ID: REQ652060
Applications Close: Tuesday, 14th April 2026.
About the role:
Based at Kurri Kurri, the Community Dementia Nurse plays a pivotal role for patients and their families in getting the appropriate level of support during mental decline. On any given day, you will be triaging referrals for patients within the local area; providing telephone consults and/ or home visits; linking in with other dementia support services; and providing education to families and carers. If you are an emotionally intelligent Registered Nurse who can appreciate the complexities that come with people living at home with dementia, then we want to hear from you.
You won’t be working alone. You will be supported by the Nurse Manager of Aged Care Services, as well as the Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) as you step into the role. There is ease of access to the dementia advisory service and Nurse Practitioner in Aged Care, as well as the broader multi-disciplinary team that sits within the aged care portfolio.
Where you’ll be working:
The Hunter Valley offers a relaxed lifestyle with a mix of natural beauty, community feel, and access to modern conveniences.
People are drawn to it for its famous wine region, scenic countryside, and slower pace compared to big cities like Sydney. It’s great for those who enjoy outdoor living, with vineyards, national parks, and open space all around. At the same time, it’s less than an hour from Newcastle, making it possible to balance rural living with city access.
Requirements:
1️⃣ Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
2️⃣ Eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes.
Benefits:
✅ Collaborative team environment
✅ Ongoing training and support
✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅ 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
Additional Information:
1) An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part-time vacancies.
2) To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
3) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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 Gillian Probert | gillian.probert@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
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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 PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific 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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