Registered Nurse - Community Health
Join our team and make a meaningful impact in a supportive, close-knit environment while enjoying the scenic beauty and adventure of the Namoi Valley—where career growth meets lifestyle.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $35.33 - $49.60 Per Hour + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 19
Requisition ID: REQ529157
About your new role:
In this role, you'll enjoy the exciting opportunity to work across various specializations, giving you the flexibility to lend a hand where needed and explore areas that interest you. A major focus will be on developing wound management skills—a valuable chance to deepen your expertise and make a meaningful impact on patient care. This dynamic and diverse environment ensures each day brings fresh challenges and opportunities for your professional growth
Where you'll be working:
Narrabri Community Health is a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering the highest standard of patient care. With a multidisciplinary approach, our team of healthcare experts collaborates closely to provide well-rounded, supportive care. Our workplace fosters a welcoming environment where staff genuinely care for one another and embrace our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment, ensuring that everyone feels valued and inspired.
Located in the beautiful Namoi Valley of New South Wales, Narrabri offers an ideal blend of professional fulfillment and outdoor adventure. With breathtaking views of Mount Kaputar nearby, it’s a perfect base for nature lovers. Conveniently situated halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, Narrabri is accessible by a six-and-a-half-hour drive or by flights three times a week, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a fulfilling career within a vibrant and scenic community.
You are:
- You’re able to adjust to a wide range of healthcare needs, often working with limited resources and support. Your flexibility allows you to handle diverse tasks that rural healthcare demands.
- With minimal supervision, you confidently make decisions and take a proactive approach to patient care, ensuring that each patient receives the best possible support.
- You excel in connecting with patients, families, and colleagues, offering clear and compassionate communication essential for serving a close-knit community.
- You respect and understand local values, including cultural and indigenous backgrounds. Your ability to build trust and engage with the community helps foster positive relationships and patient outcomes.
Benefits;
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 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
- Requirements:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
Additional Information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary 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.
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 Sharon Philpott on Sharon.Philpott@health.nsw.gov.au
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
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.
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.
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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