Registered Nurse Community Nursing
Step into a role where every day looks different, and everyday matters.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ642174
Applications Close: 22 March 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.
About the role:
Join our team in a leave relief position, stepping in to support colleagues while they’re on leave. This means your weeks may look a little different each time, perfect for someone who enjoys variety and new challenges. You’ll work across community and palliative care settings, supporting clients with complex needs including wound management, post-acute care, aged care, continence, and palliative care. At times, you may also assist the palliative care team with overnight on-call telephone support, helping provide guidance when it’s needed most.
Why you will love working with us:
A supportive team environment where your skills truly make a difference in the local community
Supernumerary time during orientation so you can settle in and learn the role with confidence
Access to a wide range of online learning and face-to-face professional development
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport - discounted gym access for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
The chance to expand your clinical experience across community nursing and specialist palliative care
About you:
Registered Nurse with current authority to practice with AHPRA, with no restrictions for handling scheduled medications
Current unrestricted driver’s licence and willingness to travel is essential.
Flexible and comfortable working within a 7-day service model
Surgical experience or a strong interest in wound care, continence, post-acute care, or palliative care
Enjoys variety, change, and working independently in the community
Keen to learn - we welcome nurses who are new to community nursing and ready to grow their skills
Minimum 2 years’ experience in acute care (desirable) to support independent practice with complex clients and high-risk medications
Excellent communication and collaboration skills when working with clients, families, and service providers
About the team:
The Nelson Bay Community and Specialist Palliative Care Nursing team is based at Tomaree Community Hospital Campus alongside the Health Centre. We’re a small, supportive team covering the Tomaree Peninsula and surrounding areas, providing both hands-on care and specialist palliative advice. We’re proud of the care we deliver to our community and are looking for a like-minded nurse to join us.
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 Stacey Diana on Stacey.Diana@health.nsw.gov.au
Important Information:
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.
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
Casual opportunities may be available for recommended 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.
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.
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