Community Nurse - RN
Bring compassionate care to the heart of Inverell—support your community as a Registered Nurse in a flexible part-time role.
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Inverell Community Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 14
Requisition ID: REQ580381
Applications Close: Sunday 15th June 2025
Where you'll be working:
Inverell Community Health – Nestled in the heart of Australia's gemstone country, Inverell is a vibrant and welcoming town known for its charm, heritage architecture, and sense of community. Enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle with access to local amenities, beautiful scenery, and a team that supports both personal and professional growth.
About the role:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our respected team in Inverell. In this rewarding role, you will deliver high-quality nursing care across both centre-based and community settings. Your responsibilities will include wound management, foot care, catheter changes, medication administration, and palliative support.
Working closely with another Registered Nurse and two Enrolled Nurses, you'll be part of a supportive, close-knit team. You’ll be guided by an experienced Nurse Unit Manager, with access to specialist support and regular opportunities for professional development. This position is offered on a flexible 14-hour-per-week rotating roster, making it ideal for work-life balance.
About you:
You are a passionate and community-minded nurse who values person-centred care and brings:
- A strong ability to manage time and prioritise tasks
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- A genuine interest in professional growth and lifelong learning
- The ability to build trust and rapport with clients and their families
Requirements:
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel for home visits
- Previous community nursing experience (desirable but not essential)
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:
- Access to The Welcome Experience - settle into your new community with all the support you need to embrace rural NSW.
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- 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
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Belinda Robinson on Belinda.Robinson@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
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.
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.
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.
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.
