Cardiac (TeleECG) Nurse Practitioner/Transitional Nurse Practitioner - Targeted

Support rural Emergency Departments across Hunter New England as a Cardiac Nurse Practitioner, making a real impact in a dynamic, collaborative team.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Positions Available
Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Remuneration: $70.44 - $75.42 Per Hour + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Negotiable
Requisition ID: REQ542932
Applications Close: Monday 20th January 2025

Open Targeting under Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 – Advertisement   

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply, and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion. 

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life 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 
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 
  
  
  

About the role:

The Cardiac Nurse Practitioner (NP/TNP) provides virtual support to 29 rural emergency departments across the Hunter New England Local Health District. The service currently operates 7 days per week on a rotating roster with one nurse practitioner rostered each day.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of multidisciplinary teams, working both autonomously and collaboratively to assess, manage, and deliver care to patients. You will apply expert nursing knowledge and advanced skills, aligned with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) Registered Nurse Standards of Practice, to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care. This role requires critical thinking, sound clinical judgement, and the ability to provide comprehensive care in a complex healthcare environment via virtual care.

As a Nurse Practitioner or Transitional Nurse Practitioner you will receive dedicated clinical supervision & support in your professional development specific to this role. Additionally, you will be connected to the Hunter New England Health Nurse Practitioner professional development peer group, fostering collaboration, professional networking, and exposure to shared experiences and best practices.

If the below sounds like you we’d LOVE to see you apply!

• You are highly organised and adaptable, with the ability to prioritise and respond effectively to changing needs, clinical demands, and competing priorities.
• You demonstrate an understanding of the challenges of delivering care in rural settings.
• You possess a genuine passion for improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural communities, with a commitment to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• You have proven experience in building and maintaining strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams, while maintaining professionalism and empathy in challenging situations.
• You engage in reflective practice, actively seeking opportunities for growth and professional development.

Where you’ll be working:

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) serves a vast and diverse region, providing networked cardiology services to a large population across 131,785 square kilometres. We are currently seeking dynamic and passionate Nurse Practitioners (NPs) or Transitional Nurse Practitioners (TNPs) to join our developing service committed to improving access to essential cardiology services for patients in rural and remote areas.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• 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 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.

Requirements: 

Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA and current endorsement as 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.
• Post graduate qualification related to the specified area of specialty and at least five years post graduate nursing experience with 3 years full time in acute Cardiology.
  
  

Want to know more? 

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Saneesh Baby on Saneesh.Baby@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

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 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://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.
 
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD 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.  

HNE 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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