Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered
Use your full nursing scope in a rural Emergency Department where autonomy is real. Join a supportive team that values clinical judgement and backs you every shift.
Employment Type: Permanent Full and Part Time, Casual Opportunities Available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 Per Hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ667232
Location: Quirindi Community Hospital
Closing: Wednesday, 10th June 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.
This Is Rural Nursing Done Properly
If you’re looking for real autonomy, real variety, and a team that actually has your back, Quirindi Emergency Department delivers what metro roles promise but rarely give.
As one of our nurses put it:
“Quirindi ED is a great place to work if you want autonomy, a wide scope of practice, and a team that’s genuinely fun, bright, and supportive. No two days are ever the same.”
- Holly, Emergency Department RN
Where You’ll Be Working
Set among the rolling hills and sunflower fields of the Liverpool Plains, Quirindi is just under an hour from Tamworth and offers the kind of lifestyle balance many nurses are actively chasing.
Quirindi Health Service includes:
- Quirindi Hospital – a 24/7 acute facility with Emergency Department
- HealthOne Quirindi - co-located GP and Community Health services
This integrated model means continuity of care, strong clinical relationships, and genuine teamwork across services.
You’ll be led by the Health Service Manager, known for building inclusive, high-performing teams where nurses feel supported, trusted, and valued. The culture is social, down-to-earth, and refreshingly real - quirky scrub days, social club events, and a team that looks out for one another.
About the Role
This role offers true rural generalist experience with exposure across emergency, acute, and mental health presentations.
You will:
- Deliver high-quality, person-centred care using evidence-informed practice
- Work across a broad scope, strengthening clinical judgement and confidence
- Support care planning, clinical pathways, and evaluation
- Practice in alignment with NSQHS standards
- Collaborate closely within a multidisciplinary team
Whether you’re early-career and ready to build confidence fast, or mid-career and craving variety and balance, this role gives you room to grow without burning out.
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:
✅You may 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.* }
✅Access to The Welcome Experience – settle into your new community with all the support you need to embrace rural NSW
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅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 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
About You
You’re a Registered Nurse who:
- Thrives in a collaborative, hands-on environment
- Enjoys variety and autonomy in your practice
- Brings empathy, adaptability, and strong communication skills
- Is open to rural practice or ready to reconnect with meaningful patient care
Experience in ED is welcomed - but attitude, curiosity, and teamwork matter just as much.
Requirements
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Eligibility to drive in NSW
Need more information?
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2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Eileen Harris | Eileen.Harris@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 full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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