Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse – Deliver compassionate, person-centred care in a close-knit rural health service
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time - Part Time available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $72,152.53 – $101,299.48 + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Requisition ID: REQ620498
Location: Walcha Multipurpose Service (MPS)
Closing Date: 21st December 2025
About the Role
Walcha Multipurpose Service is seeking motivated and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our friendly and supportive rural health team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a flexible, diverse model of care that supports acute patients, aged care residents, emergency presentations, and community health needs all under one roof.
As an RN at Walcha MPS, you will deliver safe, evidence-based, person-centred nursing care while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team that includes medical officers, allied health, Aboriginal Health Workers, community nurses, and care staff. Working within an MPS model gives you the chance to build strong relationships with patients, residents, families, and the local community — and to truly see the impact of your care.
You will be supported by an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and provided with access to training, supervision, and a workplace mentor to help guide your professional development. If you are adaptable, community-minded, and enjoy the variety of rural nursing, this role is ideal for you.
“Working at Walcha MPS feels like being part of a family. You get to know your patients and residents on a deeper level, and the teamwork is second to none. It’s incredibly rewarding rural nursing.”
— Registered Nurse, Walcha MPS
Where You’ll Be Working
Walcha Multipurpose Service is located in the picturesque New England region of NSW. Known for its rolling farmland, cool climate, waterfalls, rich arts scene, and welcoming community spirit, Walcha offers the perfect blend of peaceful rural living and meaningful professional work. The local community is supportive, proud, and deeply connected to its health service. With affordable living, great outdoor activities, friendly locals, and easy access to both Tamworth and Armidale, Walcha is an ideal place for nurses seeking lifestyle balance, professional variety, and a slower, more grounded pace of life.
Requirements
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
Demonstrated commitment to safe, effective, person-centred care
Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work across acute, aged care, and emergency environments (training provided)
NSW Driver Licence (if required for community components of the role)
Benefits
Supportive rural team with a strong sense of community
Opportunities to develop broad clinical skills across multiple care settings
Ongoing education, training, and professional development
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
Salary packaging – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport – discounted gym and fitness options for staff and their families
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Opportunities to make a meaningful impact within a small, connected community
Commitment to Sustainable Healthcare: Together Towards Zero
Additional Information
An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full-time or part-time vacancies.
Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, or hold a visa permitting work in Australia.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description
Learn more about applying for this position
For role-related enquiries, please contact Leesa Evans on leesa.evans@health.nsw.gov.au
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria listed in the Position Description. For guidance on addressing selection criteria: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
The Stepping Up website assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
Hunter New England Local Health District is committed to diversity, inclusion, and a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. For confidential support during your application, please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au.
This is a Category A position. Successful applicants must comply with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022 regarding Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination.
All NSW Health workers must have completed a primary COVID-19 vaccination course or provide a valid medical contraindication certificate. Acceptable proof includes the AIR Immunisation History Statement, AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate, or AIR COVID-19 & Influenza IHS. Booster doses are strongly recommended.
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