Registered Nurse - Emergency Department, PACU & Anaesthetics - Incentives Offered

A multi-skilled role across diverse clinical settings - grow your expertise and embrace variety every day. 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Until October 2026)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 Per Annum + 12.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ625019
Location: Gunnedah District Hospital
Closing: Sunday 7th December 2025

About the Role
Join a close-knit, multi-skilled team at Gunnedah Health Service, where you’ll work across Emergency, PACU/Day Surgery, and Anaesthetics. This is a hands-on, highly varied role that allows you to expand your clinical scope and deepen your experience in both acute and perioperative settings.

You’ll care for emergency patients on the front line and support surgical patients before and after their procedures, ensuring safe, compassionate, and high-quality care at every stage. As part of a Level 3 Emergency Department with 24/7 medical and Nurse Practitioner coverage, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your confidence and capability in a supported rural environment.

Your professional development matters to us - you’ll receive ongoing guidance from the NUM, Nurse Practitioner, and Clinical Nurse Educator, with opportunities for orientation, skills training, and continuing education tailored to your goals. 

About Us
Gunnedah Health Service has recently undergone a major redevelopment, delivering modern facilities for the General Ward, Maternity, and Emergency Department. Our team is professional, adaptable, and community-focused - we work collaboratively, support one another, and share a strong commitment to delivering excellent patient outcomes.

In our unit, flexibility and teamwork are key. You’ll be part of a small, skilled nursing team that values communication, initiative, and compassion - where your contribution is seen, appreciated, and genuinely makes an impact.

About the Location
Gunnedah, NSW is a welcoming regional town known for its friendly community, vibrant main street, and famous koala population. With excellent schools, quality healthcare, and a relaxed pace of life, Gunnedah offers the ideal balance between career growth and lifestyle. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventure, local arts, or simply a strong sense of belonging, you’ll find it here - a place to live well, work with purpose, and thrive.

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a motivated and flexible Registered Nurse who enjoys working across diverse clinical areas and thrives in a rural hospital environment. You’ll bring strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and a willingness to take initiative in providing exceptional care.

Essential:

• Recent experience in acute care or emergency nursing
• Proficiency in triage, A–G assessment, and time management
• Competence in point-of-care testing (POC) and safe clinical decision-making
• A collaborative, patient-centred approach aligned with our CORE Values
• A minimum of 3 years’ Experience within an Emergency Department

Desirable:

• Experience in PACU, Day Surgery, or Anaesthetics
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

If you’re ready for a role that challenges, rewards, and supports you every step of the way - we’d love to welcome you to the Gunnedah team.

What We Can Offer You

Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*   

• $10,000 Attraction for 12 months 

• $5,000 retention thereafter (annually) 

• Relocation benefits only as part of the incentive package amount. 

More Benefits

• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 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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  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Tracy Anderson on Tracy.Anderson@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

• To be eligible to apply for this position the applicant must be a current employee of Hunter New England Local Health District or a current employee of Calvary Mater Newcastle. 
• This position is full time; however, part time arrangements may also be considered.
• 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: https://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.  
• 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.  
• 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.   
• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.'

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