HNELHD - Registered Nurse - Hospital in the Home (HiTH) Adult Central Intake
Deliver hospital-level care, where patients heal best—at home.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ639233
Closing Date: Tuesday 17th February
Location: Rankin Park Centre | Awabakal Country
About Our Role:
Rankin Park and the wider Newcastle region offer the opportunity to work within a growing and innovative healthcare service while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of a vibrant coastal city. Newcastle combines natural beauty with a strong cultural scene, excellent dining options, respected educational institutions, and increasing investment in healthcare innovation.
As the Intake Registered Nurse for the Hospital in The Home (HiTH) service, you will serve as the initial point of contact for acute hospital referrals. Your role will involve clinically triaging referrals to determine urgency, suitability, and eligibility for home-based acute care. You will actively participate in daily multidisciplinary huddles to review service capacity, identify risks, and coordinate admissions and discharges to support safe and efficient patient flow.
You will work closely with HiTH medical officers, clinical leads, and hospital-based teams to facilitate seamless transitions of care. This role also requires direct communication with patients and their families to clearly explain the HiTH model, collect comprehensive clinical information, and ensure accurate documentation, follow-up, and care coordination.
In this position, you will be supported by the Nurse Manager, Nurse Unit Manager, and a broader multidisciplinary team. A structured orientation program will be provided, including shadowing experienced staff, system training, and a clear introduction to HiTH referral and triage processes. Ongoing professional development is strongly encouraged and supported through access to relevant external education in acute community care, triage, and virtual care models, as well as opportunities for postgraduate study, leadership development, and participation in clinical governance activities.
About You:
Currently registered as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
A proactive, adaptable, and resilient clinician with strong clinical reasoning and triage skills
Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with patients, families, and a range of healthcare stakeholders
Confident working autonomously while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented approach, with strong organisational and time-management skills to manage complex care coordination
Passionate about delivering high-quality patient-centred care in community settings and committed to continuous professional development
Benefits
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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 Glenda Entwisle on Glenda.Entwisle@health.nsw.gov.au
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
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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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
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.
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.
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