Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered
Re-discover the simple pleasures of life in rural NSW – and build a role that suits your lifestyle.
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: 72152.53 - 101299.48
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ568623
Location: Werris Creek Multi-Purpose Service
Closing: Tuesday, 6th May 2025
We’re looking for a passionate and flexible Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team at Werris Creek Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) – a workplace where you’ll find purpose, variety, and a genuine sense of community.
Why Werris Creek? Why Rural NSW?
Located in the beautiful New England region – just a short drive from Tamworth, with easy access to Brisbane, Sydney, and the coast – Werris Creek offers the best of both worlds: a slower pace of life surrounded by natural beauty, and access to modern conveniences and transport links.
Whether you're drawn to wide open spaces, heritage charm, or warm and welcoming people, this is your chance to experience rural living without compromising your career.
Why Work at an MPS?
Multi-Purpose Services offer a unique opportunity to work across a broad scope of practice, often in close-knit, supportive teams. At Werris Creek MPS, you’ll gain experience in:
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General medical and subacute care
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Residential Aged Care
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Allied health, primary health, and community services
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Providing first-line emergency response and stabilisation prior to transfer
You’ll care for a mix of aged care residents and patients presenting with urgent needs, offering continuity of care and connection that’s hard to find elsewhere. You’ll strengthen your clinical skills, think on your feet, and make a real difference to people in your local community – all while helping families stay close to home.
What's in it for you?
- 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 ADOs (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
- Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 + novated leasing
- Fitness Passport – discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program – support for staff and their families
- Supportive leadership and mentoring from Health Service Managers and Clinical Educators
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Eileen Harris on Eileen.Harris@health.nsw.gov.au
Make a meaningful difference in a close-knit rural community.
Whether you're an experienced nurse seeking a lifestyle change, or looking to expand your clinical skills in a supportive and varied role – this is your chance to thrive.
Apply now to join the team at Werris Creek MPS.
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. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. 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.
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.
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. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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