Transitional Nurse Practitioner/Nurse Practitioner
Use your autonomy and advanced practice skills to drive better outcomes for clients engaged in treatment.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner/Transitional Nurse Practitioner
Remuneration: $143,851.10 - $154,025.92 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ646878
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Applications Close: Monday, 30th March 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.
Where you’ll be working
You’ll join the Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services team, based at Tamworth Community Health Services in the Country Music Capital of Australia. You’ll work alongside an energetic, multidisciplinary group of nurses, medical staff and allied health professionals who are enthusiastic about delivering best-practice care for people seeking treatment for substance use. This supportive environment offers a pleasant workplace culture where colleagues respect each other, enjoy the occasional lunch out and appreciate a shared sense of humour.
About the role
As a Nurse Practitioner / Transitional Nurse Practitioner, you’ll work at an advanced nursing level with patients experiencing complex substance use issues across a range of locations in the Northern Sector. You’ll provide clinical nursing leadership, advanced drug and alcohol assessments, and patient-centred management planning, while consulting and liaising closely with multidisciplinary team members and other internal and external health professionals. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in maximising health outcomes for clients engaged with the service by leading evidence-based interventions and coordinated, person-centred care.
About you
You’re an advanced practice nurse with a strong foundation in Drug and Alcohol care and a commitment to ethical, person-centred practice. You’re comfortable working autonomously within your scope while contributing actively to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
You bring:
Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and current endorsement as a D&A Nurse Practitioner or, if transitional, evidence of substantial progress towards endorsement. If not endorsed, the Transitional Nurse Practitioner will be appointed temporarily (up to 3 years) to work towards endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.
Eligibility to Drive in NSW and ability to travel as required.
Advanced practice skills appropriate to a Nurse Practitioner / Transitional Nurse Practitioner role
Significant, specific experience within a Drug and Alcohol setting
Ability to work within defined timeframes and manage competing priorities
Capacity to work autonomously and ethically within a clear scope of practice
Proven leadership skills in the assessment and management of patients with complex substance use issues
These skills and attributes will help you thrive in a role where you are supported by Drug and Alcohol Addiction Medicine Specialists, Nursing and Midwifery Directorate, senior nursing leaders and allied health staff, with structured orientation and strongly supported ongoing professional development.
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:
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅Proximity to shopping and other services
✅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
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Julie Carnell on Julie.Carnell@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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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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