Registered Nurse - Targeted - Incentives Offered
Join Our Supportive Renal Nursing Team – No Night Shifts, Strong Career Growth & Meaningful Care!
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until July 2026
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 + 12.5 Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Manning Hospital / Biripi and Worimi
Requisition ID: REQ618802
Applications close: Sunday 7th December 2025
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
About the Service:
Our renal service is a vibrant and collaborative environment of 20–24 passionate nurses (RNs and ENs) delivering safe, compassionate care across three key locations:
- Dialysis Ward – Level 3
Six-chair unit supporting admitted patients requiring inpatient dialysis. - Nita Reed Renal Unit
A 10-bed community and outpatient space for stable dialysis patients. - Foster Satellite Unit
Six-bed unit within a private hospital providing independent care for highly stable patients.
Our multicultural team is known for genuine patient advocacy, a warm workplace culture, and celebrating milestones together. We enjoy afternoon teas and shared achievements — all while maintaining a friendly, inclusive atmosphere during work hours.
About the Role:
In this position, you’ll work morning or afternoon shifts from Monday to Saturday, with no night duty or on-call. Your key responsibilities will include preparing and setting up dialysis machines, managing a patient load of approximately 1:3 or 1:4, monitoring and recording vital signs such as blood pressure and weight, and participating in daily safety huddles. You’ll support patients throughout their 4.5–5.5-hour treatments, perform cannulation, and provide care within a primary nursing model.
Support & Development:
We make sure you feel confident and supported from day one. You’ll receive:
- A four-week novice training package (if required)
- Ongoing support from our NUM, Clinical NUM, CNE, CNC and CNS
- Buddying with a Senior RN to help build skills and confidence
Access to professional development and opportunities to advance your career
If you’re looking for a supportive team, meaningful work, and a place to grow professionally, we’d love to hear from you.
What we can offer you:
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:
- 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.*
- 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 lease
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Hannah Morris on Hannah.Morris2@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
* 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.
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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