Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $70,049.73 - $98,351.39 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 38
Interview Date: 06/11/24
Requisition ID: REQ527271
Closing Date: 11th of November
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse at Barraba Multipurpose Service (MPS), you’ll play an essential role in providing high-quality care across our range of services, including 16 Residential Aged Care beds, 6 sub-acute inpatient beds, a 24/7 Emergency Department, Community Health, and our Day Centre. In this dynamic rural setting, you’ll work as part of a dedicated nursing team, rotating through morning, evening, and night shifts, while building valuable experience across various care types. This role offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive environment, including the chance to pursue education and competencies in triage and eventually take on responsibilities as the nurse in charge.
Where You Will Be Working
You’ll be based at Barraba MPS, a 22-bed facility established in 2003, which serves the vibrant Barraba community and surrounding areas. Our service provides a full spectrum of care, from emergency and acute services to residential aged care and community support, with a strong referral link to Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital for more specialized patient needs. At Barraba MPS, we are committed to fostering a team-oriented atmosphere where nurses work together to deliver the best possible outcomes for patients, residents, and the broader community. This role is ideal for someone passionate about rural healthcare and eager to make a meaningful impact.
Make the move for:
Choosing to live in Barraba means embracing a friendly, close-knit community with a relaxed rural lifestyle while enjoying incredible affordability. With a median house price of just $240,000—64% lower than the state average—Barraba offers excellent value, allowing you to own a spacious property for a fraction of the cost you'd pay in urban areas. Beyond affordability, Barraba is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and a peaceful, slower pace of life. It’s an ideal place to settle down, whether you're looking to raise a family or seek a serene, supportive community
What we can offer you:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- ADO's each month (for full time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Superannuation contributions
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
- This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
- Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
- 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.
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 Kimberly Peake on Kimberly.Peake@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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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.
