Nurse Practitioner
Shape the Future of Acute Aged Care in the Community
Remuneration: $72.54 - $77.68 per hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 30th June 2027
Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Hours Per Week: 12 hours per week
Location: Newcastle or Maitland
Requisition ID: REQ661706
Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026
Are you a passionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner looking to make a real difference for older people? Join our Residential Aged Care In-Reach (RAC-I) team and deliver advanced, patient-centred acute care that helps residents remain well in their familiar environment while reducing unnecessary hospital presentations across the Hunter region.
About the Role
As a Nurse Practitioner, you will work collaboratively with Geriatricians, Medical Officers, Nurses, Allied Health Professionals, residents, families and carers to deliver expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and care coordination within your advanced scope of practice.
You will play a key role in providing resident-centred acute care, research, education and supporting clinical excellence, and contributing to service development within an innovative and growing model of care.
About You
You are a motivated and dynamic clinician with:
- Strong clinical expertise in aged care and/or acute care.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work both autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A commitment to clinical excellence and ongoing professional development.
Essential Requirements
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
- Current Nurse Practitioner endorsement, or substantial progress towards endorsement.
- Minimum three years' full-time equivalent experience in an advanced practice nursing role.
- Current unrestricted NSW/Australian Driver Licence.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive orientation and ongoing support.
- Access to education, quality improvement and research opportunities.
- A supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
- The opportunity to help shape and grow an innovative aged care service.
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part 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
If you are passionate about improving outcomes for older people and delivering advanced nursing care in a progressive community-based service, we encourage you to apply.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Gillian Probert on Gillian.Probert@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.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
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.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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
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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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