Registered Nurse - Community Health
Provide generalist community nursing through wound care, chronic disease support and catheter management in patients' homes.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ652526
Location: Dungog Community Health Service
Applications Close: Thursday, 16th April 2026
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.
Where you’ll be working
You’ll join the Dungog Community Nursing Team, operating out of East Maitland Community Health Service and providing care into Dungog and surrounding areas in the Hunter region. You’ll work within a warm, supportive multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, connection and person-centred practice. This role offers the best of rural charm and strong community spirit, with Dungog’s friendly small-town feel and easy access to Newcastle’s beaches and Hunter Valley wineries.
About the role
As a Registered Nurse – Community Health, you’ll manage your own community caseload, delivering generalist nursing care in patients’ homes and ensuring safe, coordinated support. Your work will include wound care, catheter management, chronic disease support and medication assistance, along with thorough documentation and clear communication to maintain continuity of care. Each day brings variety as you visit patients across the region, liaise with medical and allied health colleagues, and contribute directly to local wellbeing in an autonomous, highly rewarding role.
About you
You’re a dedicated, compassionate Registered Nurse who enjoys autonomy, meaningful long-term patient relationships and the diversity of community practice. You might be an experienced community nurse or a hospital RN ready for a new challenge, but you share a commitment to high-quality, person-centred care.
You bring:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Strong clinical skills in wound care, catheter management and chronic disease support
- Ability to manage and prioritise a community caseload with confidence
- Excellent communication, documentation and interpersonal skills
- Current NSW Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel locally between homes and sites
- Passion for community-based care and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
These skills and attributes will help you thrive in a role where your nursing makes a visible difference every day to people living in the Dungog community.
The Perks
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅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
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Natasha Parkin on Natasha.Parkin@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
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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.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
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