Registered Nurse - Haemodialysis Unit
Advance your dialysis career in a modern unit - caring for patients, learning, and thriving as part of a supportive team at Tamworth Hospital.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Requisition ID: REQ625459
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Closing: Monday, 12th January 2026
What You'll Be Doing
Step into an exciting opportunity at Tamworth Hospital’s modern 17-chair Haemodialysis Unit. You’ll provide haemodialysis treatments for both chronic and acute kidney patients, including services in the Intensive Care Unit and plasmapheresis for inpatients and outpatients. Working with a dynamic, supportive team, you’ll be empowered to shine while delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients with complex needs.
You’ll benefit from a structured orientation with the Nephrology Nurse Educator, ongoing professional development, and a culture that encourages growth, learning, and excellence in dialysis nursing.
Why You'll Love Tamworth
Tamworth Hospital offers a friendly regional lifestyle in the heart of the New England Northwest. The hospital is modern, well-equipped, and home to a collaborative team that values innovation, professional development, and patient-centred care. The town provides a welcoming community, affordable housing, and easy access to regional attractions - perfect for balancing work and lifestyle.
Who You Are
We’re looking for an experienced, energetic dialysis nurse with:
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Recent clinical experience in Nephrology Nursing providing Haemodialysis treatments
- Desirable TPE experience
- A team-focused approach with strong patient advocacy
- Understanding of chronic illness and a caring approach to patient care
Benefits
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 Tracey Boonstra on Tracey.Boonstra@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
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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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, part time arrangements will be considered.
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.
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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