Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Newcastle Community Health Service
Employment Type: Various Temporary (until June 2027) positions available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ576334
Applications close: Sunday 15th June 2025
Where you'll be working:
The Residential Aged Care In-Reach Service is centrally located in one of NSW’s most dynamic coastal cities, renowned for its relaxed lifestyle, thriving arts scene, and natural beauty. With close access to beaches, cafés, and public transport, this service offers the ideal blend of professional satisfaction and work-life balance.
About the role:
As a Registered Nurse in the Residential Aged Care In-Reach Service, you’ll play a key role in providing safe, compassionate, person-centred care to residents in Residential Aged Care. You’ll collaborate closely with patients, families, carers, and the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve meaningful outcomes and support people in making informed decisions about their care.
- Delivering evidence-based care aligned with patient goals
- Advocating for patients and assisting them and their carers in navigating their healthcare journey
- Responding effectively to changing clinical conditions and emergency situations
- Practising within professional, ethical, and cultural boundaries
Each day will bring diversity and purpose as you respond to the unique needs of our community with professionalism and empathy.
About you:
You are a compassionate and capable Registered Nurse who:
- Works effectively within an interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development
- Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Applies critical thinking and evidence-based care in clinical decision-making
- Manages competing priorities and adapts to a dynamic healthcare environment
- Understands and respects cultural values in all aspects of patient care
- Embodies the CORE values of NSW Health and demonstrates cultural respect, particularly in relation to Closing the Gap initiatives
Requirements:
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
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:
- 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 Amanda Robinson on Amanda.Robinson@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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.
