CCLHD - Registered Nurse - Community Nursing, Division of Aged, Subacute & Complex Care
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time - Contract end date: 11 October 2026
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $1382.80 to $1941.40 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Central Coast
Requisition ID: REQ577861
Applications Close: Sunday 13 July 2025 at 11.59pm
This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks’ notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
Join the dedicated team at Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) as a Community Nurse, where your care doesn’t just treat, it empowers. This is more than a nursing role, it’s an opportunity to partner with people across all stages of life, support health and dignity in the home, and respond to the evolving needs of your local community.
About the Role
As a Community Nurse, you’ll deliver high-quality nursing care in people’s homes and community settings — promoting health, supporting independence, and responding to acute, chronic, and complex health needs.
This role combines clinical skill, critical thinking, and compassionate care with health promotion, early intervention, and rehabilitation.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, and the broader community
- Providing patient-centred care for acute, chronic, palliative, and post-acute conditions
- Promoting self-management, wellness, and recovery through education and support
- Identifying early signs of disease or deterioration and intervening appropriately
- Advocating for clients and supporting access to relevant services and resources
- Responding to the diverse social, environmental, and cultural needs of the population
- Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, carers, and local services
- This is a temporary full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm – no weekend or night shifts required.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
- Registered Nurse (Division 1) with AHPRA, with current registration and hold a current Australian Drivers Licence.
- Recent nursing experience in Community Nursing or a demonstrated interest in Community Nursing.
- Demonstrated ability to liaise with other health professionals to facilitate case management and care planning.
- Strong clinical reasoning, assessment, and documentation skills
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management
- A commitment to health promotion, equity, and responsive care
Benefits
- Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
Need More Information?
Emma Bazley
Phone: 0414 192 984
Email: Emma.Bazley@health.nsw.gov.au
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