Registered Nurse - Palliative Care - Incentives Offered

About the role: 

As a Registered Nurse in Palliative Care at Moree Community Health Service, you will provide compassionate, patient-centred care to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. Working within a holistic care model, you will ensure patients, and their families receive the support and expertise needed to navigate this important stage of life, all within a supportive community environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing outpatient and inpatient support to palliative care clients across Moree, Mungindi, Boggabilla, Toomelah, and Warialda.
• Delivering patient-centred care in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Dieticians, Oncology specialists, and Community Nursing teams.
• Enhancing the patient and family journey by supporting end-of-life decisions, including advanced care directives and palliation.
• Contributing to improving the appropriateness and effectiveness of palliative care.

Be part of a compassionate team committed to ensuring comfort, dignity, and personalised care for those in their most challenging moments.

Where you’ll be working: 

Nestled on the picturesque Northwest Slopes and Plains of New South Wales, Moree offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience. Just 3.5 hours from major cities and boasting daily direct flights to Sydney, Moree provides seamless connectivity without sacrificing its serene lifestyle.

Moree Community Health Service is at the heart of this welcoming town, offering exceptional palliative care services that cater to the unique needs of individuals and their families. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the region, the service provides a peaceful and supportive environment, allowing patients to receive compassionate, personalised care in a familiar setting.

Requirements:
Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
  
  

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply!

• Energetic and enthusiastic, bringing a positive and proactive approach to everything you do.
• Community-minded, with a strong commitment to making a difference in the lives of those you serve.
• Dedicated to closing the gap, ensuring equitable care for all patients.
• A true team player, always ready to collaborate and support your colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and autonomous, with the drive to take initiative and work independently.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you!

Additional information:

• *Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position. All payments made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here- Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au   
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• 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. 
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.
  
  

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Lee Clissold on Lee.Clissold@health.nsw.gov.au