Rural Stroke Service - Registered Nurse
Lead the way in rural stroke care as part of a specialised and passionate team at Armidale Hospital.
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Armidale Hospital
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until October 2026
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ586488
Applications Close: Sunday 17th August 2025
Where you'll be working:
Armidale Hospital, located in the heart of the picturesque Northern Tablelands, is a 99-bed facility offering a comprehensive range of acute medical, surgical, obstetric, paediatric, diagnostic, and allied health services. Armidale is a vibrant regional city known for its stunning seasonal landscapes, tree-lined streets, and outdoor adventures, including World Heritage-listed national parks just a stone’s throw away.
About the role:
About you:
You are a confident, compassionate clinician who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings a strong sense of purpose to every shift. You’ll need:
-Proven ability to provide patient-centred, evidence-informed care.
-Effective time management and clinical prioritisation skills.
-Capacity to educate patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
-Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
Requirements:
-Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
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:
-Access to The Welcome Experience - settle into your new community with all the support you need to embrace rural NSW.
-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
-Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Jae Hong Kim on JaeHong.Kim@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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