Nurse Practitioner / Transitional Nurse Practitioner – Community Aged Care
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner / Transitional Nurse Practitioner (TNP will be under a maximum of 3-year contract paid at Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 whilst undertaking requirements to become an Endorsed Nurse Practitioner. On endorsement, the position holder will transition to NP Year 1).
Remuneration: $149,408.12 - $169,429.03 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 4 October 2026 – 11:59pm
Nurse Practitioner / Transitional Nurse Practitioner - Community Aged Care
Bathurst Health Service
About the role
Join our innovative aged care team as an Aged Care Nurse Practitioner/Transitional Nurse Practitioner (TNP) in Bathurst. This exciting community-based role provides advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and care coordination for older people, helping them remain safely in their homes and communities.
With a strong focus on preventing avoidable hospital presentations and admissions, you will work closely with Emergency Department, Palliative Care, HITH, and inpatient aged care teams to deliver timely, high-quality care and improve patient outcomes across the continuum of care.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Melissa Belfanti on (02) 6330 5634 or at melissa.belfanti@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
