Registered Nurse - Community Health - Incentives Offered
Care that goes beyond the bedside. Work in a role where your skills, judgement, and compassion truly shape patient outcomes.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ638642
Location: Inverell Community Health Service
Closing: Monday, 9th February 2026
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.
Why You’ll Love This Role
If you’re looking for meaningful nursing work without the burnout, this is your chance. Community nursing in Inverell offers the opportunity to slow down, connect with clients, and see the impact of your care over time - all while enjoying flexible hours and a supportive team culture.
Where You’ll Be Working
Inverell Community Health sits in the heart of Australia’s gemstone country, offering a relaxed regional lifestyle, friendly community, and easy access to local amenities and natural surrounds. It’s a place where people know each other, support each other, and genuinely value the care you provide.
You’ll join a small, close-knit community nursing team that prioritises collaboration, flexibility, and person-centred care. The culture is welcoming, supportive, and focused on helping staff thrive - professionally and personally.
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse in Community Health, you’ll deliver high-quality nursing care across both clinic and home-based settings, supporting clients to live safely and independently in their own homes. This is hands-on, relationship-based nursing where your skills and judgement truly matter.
Your work will include wound management, foot care, catheter care, medication administration, and palliative support. You’ll work alongside another Registered Nurse and two Enrolled Nurses, with guidance from an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and access to specialist support when needed.
This role offers a flexible 20-hour-per-week rotating roster, making it ideal for nurses seeking balance, variety, and long-term sustainability in their career.
About You
You’re a compassionate, capable Registered Nurse who values holistic care and enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. You take pride in building trust with clients and delivering care that genuinely improves quality of life.
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- A commitment to professional growth and continuous learning
- Comfortable working in both clinic and community settings
Essential Requirements
- Current authority to practise as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel for home visits
- Community nursing experience is desirable but not essential - support is provided
The Perks
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:
✅Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅Proximity to shopping and other services
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅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
Ready for a Change?
If you’re looking for a role where your nursing makes a visible difference, your time is respected, and your wellbeing matters - this could be exactly what you’ve been waiting for.
Apply now and discover how rewarding community nursing can be.
Need more information?
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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
Information for Applicants:
* Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.
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.
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 to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
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