Registered Nurse Emergency Department - Incentives Offered

If you’re an international nurse dreaming of a meaningful career in Australia, and a supportive place to grow, Barraba MPS offers the perfect combination of professional development, community connection and genuine care.

Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a warm welcome, strong guidance and a team that truly values what you bring.

🌏 A Smooth Transition to Nursing in Australia

Moving countries is a big step, and we’re here to make it as easy as possible.
If you’re joining us from overseas, you’ll be supported through every stage:

• All overseas candidates seeking sponsorship must have AHPRA registration and a positive ANMAC skills assessment for specialty/code 254415 Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) prior to applying. Please upload evidence of both requirements, applications cannot progress without this documentation.

• A structured orientation to the Australian rural health system
• Ongoing mentoring from senior clinical leaders
• A friendly team who will help you settle into both the workplace and the community

• Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa sponsorship available

   

You won’t feel alone, we make sure you feel prepared, confident and included from day one.

👩‍⚕️ What Your Work Will Feel Like

Working at Manilla MPS is an experience that combines variety, learning and connection.
You’ll care for people across:

• A small but busy Emergency Department
• Acute and sub-acute beds
• A welcoming residential aged care service

Because everything happens within one facility, you’ll quickly learn how to manage a wide range of situations and see the impact of your care immediately. You’ll build real relationships with patients, families and your teammates.

This is a place where your kindness, adaptability and curiosity truly matter.

⭐ How We Support You (Especially When You’re In-Charge)

As you grow, you may take on in-charge responsibilities on certain shifts, but only when you feel ready.

We make sure you’re fully supported through:

• Comprehensive training and orientation
• Mentorship, guidance and supervision from the Health Service Manager and Clinical Nurse Manager
• Clear expectations and step-by-step support
• A team that wants you to succeed and will help you build confidence

You will never be expected to take on responsibilities without the training and support you need.

🎓 Skills You’ll Build (With Support Every Step of the Way)

If you don’t already hold these skills or certifications, we’ll help you achieve them within clear timeframes:

• Venepuncture (within 3 months)
• Peripheral IV cannulation (within 3 months)
• Male and female catheterisation
• Advanced Life Support (within 6 months)
• Resuscitation for Kids (within 6 months)
• Emergency Triage Education Kit (ETEK) training (within 6 months)

This is an excellent opportunity for international nurses wanting broad rural experience and strong clinical development.

🧡 What we offer

• Be rewarded with up to $20,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.* 
• PLUS, Relocation benefits and family travel assistance 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life 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