Surgical Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered
Join us as Tamworth Hospital’s newest Surgical Registered Nurse. Use your passion for patient-centred care to assist surgical patients!
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Incentives
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time, Casual Opportunities available
Hours per week: Up to 38
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ630874
Applications Close: Wednesday, 18th February 2026.
Tamworth Hospital’s Surgical 1 Ward is a 31-bed unit, providing patient centred care for a wide variety of patients with complex care needs. On any given day, our Surgical Registered Nurses (RN’s) are responsible for providing high level day to day nursing care to our patients. Our patients often have numerous attachments that may require you to undertake local accreditation in, in which we are happy to support your learnings. Due to the complexity of our patients no two days are the same and there is always something new to learn.
You won’t be working alone. You will be supported by the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), the clinical leaders, as well as the Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE), Wound and Stoma Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) and Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS’) within the ward. There are many career pathways and opportunities to develop in your role including various scholarships and facility professional development. The unit works on a 7-day rotating roster. Surgical 1 is a culturally diverse team that is open and friendly, and is looking forward to welcoming you into the fold!
“Working on Surgical 1 is fast-paced, exciting, and incredibly rewarding. I’m part of an experienced, friendly team that supports each other every step of the way. Together, we provide safe, efficient, and compassionate care for our patients in a truly supportive environment.”
– Surgical 1 Clinical Nurse Educator / Registered Nurse
As our new Surgical RN, you will:
Be a dedicated and passionate clinician who is focused on the provision of compassionate care to our patients
Enjoy being a team player within a dynamic multi-disciplinary team with strong advocacy skills for any escalation of care requirements.
Have strong communication and negotiation skills, with a sound understanding of the relevant policies and procedures linked to best practice
Essential criteria:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
Where you'll be working:
Tamworth Hospital is the principal referral hospital for the northern sector of Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), servicing a population of over 180,000 people. As a major rural referral facility, Tamworth Hospital provides a wide range of specialist services, including emergency, medical, surgical, maternity, critical care, mental health, rehabilitation, and outpatient services.
Located in the vibrant regional centre of Tamworth, the hospital is a teaching facility affiliated with the University of Newcastle, and offers opportunities to work alongside clinicians involved in research, education, and innovation. Tamworth combines the advantages of rural living with access to quality schools, cultural events, sporting facilities, and transport connections.
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. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
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.*
The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
Fitness Passport - for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Need more information?
1) * 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.
2) Click here for the Position Description
3) Find out more about applying for this position
4) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies
5) 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.
6) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Kathleen Deasey | kathleen.deasey@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
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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. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific 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 HNELHD 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.
HNE 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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