Registered Nurse - Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services
Remuneration: $81,748.17 – $114,771.98 p.a.+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and part-time positions available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week
Location: Manning Base Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ684378
Application Closing Date: Thursday 27th August 2026
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people in our community
Looking for a rewarding nursing role where you can build meaningful relationships and make a genuine difference in the community?
Join the Lower Mid North Coast Opiate Dependence Service, based at Manning Base Hospital in Taree. You’ll provide person-centred care to people accessing opiate treatment, supporting their health, wellbeing and recovery while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.
If you’re compassionate, motivated and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
About you
We’re looking for a Registered Nurse who is passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care and brings a calm, respectful and approachable manner to their practice.
You will bring:
- Compassionate, person-centred care – providing safe, effective and respectful nursing care.
- Strong communication skills – building positive relationships with patients, families/carers and colleagues.
- Teamwork – working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- A respectful approach – engaging with patients in a non-judgemental and culturally respectful manner.
- Professional integrity – maintaining high ethical standards and appropriate professional boundaries.
- A commitment to growth – actively engaging in learning and professional development.
- Relevant experience – experience in alcohol and other drug services, mental health or a similar setting will be highly regarded.
Essential Criteria:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Join a supportive team making a difference
You’ll work alongside experienced health professionals and support staff, with access to clinical guidance, education and professional development opportunities to broaden your skills and knowledge.
Fleet vehicles are also available for work-related travel, supporting you to work effectively across the local community.
Join a team that values your contribution, supports your development and encourages strong professional relationships.
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:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- 6 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
If you are a Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to develop your skills, work within a supportive multidisciplinary team and make a meaningful difference to people accessing opiate dependence treatment, we encourage you to apply.
Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description
Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact William Robertson on Bill.Robertson@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 permanent full or part time and temporary full or 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
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.
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.
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