Registered Nurse - Medical Ward - Incentives Offered

Be part of a collaborative team delivering outstanding care to the Inverell community
 

Remuneration: $81, 748.17 - $114, 771.98 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Rural Health Incentives 
Employment Type: Full & Part Time available (Permanent & Temporary roles) 
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: Up to 38hrs/week 
Requisition ID: REQ684049

Application closing Date: Sunday 23rd August 2026 

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

A Career That Fits Your Lifestyle

Welcome to Inverell—a vibrant rural town in the beautiful New England North West region, where career opportunity meets an exceptional lifestyle.

At Inverell Hospital, you'll join a modern rural health service delivering a diverse range of services including Emergency, Inpatient, Perioperative, Maternity and Midwifery, and Renal Dialysis Outreach. You'll become part of a supportive team that values collaboration, invests in your professional development and empowers you to provide outstanding care every day.
Whether you're looking to grow your clinical skills, embrace new challenges or enjoy a better work-life balance, Inverell offers the opportunity to do it all.

Step into the Role 

As a Registered Nurse in our Inpatient Unit, you'll deliver safe, person-centred care while working alongside a highly skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team.

This opportunity is ideal for Registered Nurses with a minimum of two years' recent Acute Medical Ward experience who are confident managing a varied inpatient caseload and committed to delivering evidence-based care in a fast-paced rural hospital.

We're looking for nurses who are:

• Registered with AHPRA and have a minimum of two years' recent Acute Medical Ward experience
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
• Compassionate, adaptable and proactive
• Strong communicators who enjoy working collaboratively
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth
• Dedicated to providing safe, high-quality, evidence-based care

From your very first day, you'll be supported through a comprehensive orientation program, mandatory education and ongoing mentorship from our experienced Clinical Nurse Educator—helping you build confidence, expand your skills and achieve your career goals.

Why Make the Move 

Relocating to a rural community may feel like a big step, but we'll support you every step of the way. 
Through our partnership with The Welcome Experience you'll have access to complimentary relocation support, including help with finding housing, exploring schools and childcare, connecting with local services and supporting employment opportunities for your partner.

You'll also enjoy:

• Affordable housing, with property prices significantly below the NSW median
• A supportive team culture and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Paid Pareenta leave and 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible employees) 
• Opportunities to increase your take home pay with Salary packaging options 
• Discounted gym options with Fitness Passport 
• When joining this Inverell team you will rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 annually thereafter through the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. *

If you're looking for a nursing career where you'll be valued, supported and truly make a difference, we'd love to welcome you to Inverell.

Need more information? 
Click here for the Position Description 
Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Megan Beveridge on Megan.Beveridge@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information 

• * 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. 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
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  
• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicant
• 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.
• 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.  
• The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience 

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: 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.  

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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