Registered Nurse
Make a Difference in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Remuneration: $81,748.17 – $114,771.98 p.a. + superannuation + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week
Location: Newcastle Community Health Centre
Requisition ID: REQ687396
Application close date: Sunday 11th Of October 2026
Bring your nursing expertise to a role where every interaction can support better health outcomes.
Based at Newcastle Health Centre, you’ll support clients with acute and chronic cardiac and respiratory conditions across Belmont, Toronto, Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay and Newcastle.
With a mix of clinics, group programs, home visits and Virtual Healthcare, you’ll deliver flexible, person-centred care while building your expertise in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
A role with variety, purpose and impact
You’ll deliver person-centred, evidence-based nursing care, completing assessments and developing individualised care plans to support each client’s health and rehabilitation goals.
Working alongside clients, families and the multidisciplinary team, you’ll provide education, advocacy and clinical support to promote informed decision-making and self-management.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Coordinating care for complex clients, including case conferencing and referrals.
- Supporting cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, education and home exercise programs.
- Responding effectively to changes in clinical condition and emergency situations.
- Working within professional, ethical, cultural and scope of practice requirements.
You’ll also contribute to the development and delivery of CPRU programs across Greater Newcastle Community Services, supporting accessible and responsive models of care.
What We're Looking For
You’re a Registered Nurse who is passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based and person-centred care. You’ll bring strong communication skills, a collaborative approach and a commitment to supporting positive outcomes for clients.
You will have:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- A current unrestricted Australian Driver Licence.
- Strong clinical, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- A compassionate and respectful approach to working with clients, families and colleagues.
- A commitment to culturally safe, inclusive and person-centred care.
- Proficiency with SDPR and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be welcomed into a supportive and collaborative team with a strong focus on professional development, learning and wellbeing. From your first day, you’ll receive a comprehensive orientation and ongoing support from experienced nursing and allied health professionals.
You’ll also have access to:
- Education, training and professional development opportunities, including cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
- Support from the Clinical Nurse Specialist and Service Manager.
- Flexible rostering options to support work-life balance.
- 4 weeks annual leave, pro-rata for part-time employees, or 6 weeks annual leave for eligible full-time nurses.
- Paid parental leave.
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
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program to support your health and wellbeing.
Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description
Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Yvette Chapman on Yvette.Chapman@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part-time vacancies.
- Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
- 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 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.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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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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 Hunter New England Health 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.
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