Registered Nurse - Rehabilitation Unit

The Opportunity 

Join a dedicated and supportive team delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a dynamic Rehabilitation Unit. This is an excellent opportunity to build your clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact on patient recovery, independence, and quality of life.

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide care to patients requiring reconditioning, post-acute recovery and functional rehabilitation. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement tailored care plans that support optimal outcomes.
 

In this role you will:

• Deliver safe, evidence-based, person-centred care
• Conduct clinical and functional assessments and monitor patient progress
• Administer medications, provide wound care, and support patient mobilisation
• Implement falls prevention strategies and contribute to discharge planning
• Educate patients and carers to support recovery and independence
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
• Supervise and delegate to Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing and students
• Contribute to a collaborative, positive team environment

Skills and Experience   

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate nurse who thrives in a team environment and is committed to delivering high-quality care.

Essential:

• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Demonstrated clinical competence in acute or rehabilitation settings
• Ability to work a 7-day rotating roster

Desirable (or willingness to work towards):

• Postgraduate study in Rehabilitation, Gerontology or related field
• Experience in rehabilitation, aged care or sub-acute care
• Knowledge of falls prevention, mobility programs and discharge planning
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience with electronic medical records (eMR)
• Involvement in quality improvement or practice development

You will bring strong communication skills, critical thinking ability, and a commitment to ongoing learning. Whether experienced in rehabilitation or looking to grow in this specialty, you’ll be supported to develop your skills and leadership capabilities.

What We Offer 

At Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, you’ll be part of a workplace that values its people and supports your professional journey.

• Structured orientation and comprehensive onboarding
• Ongoing support from Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Educator and senior staff
• Access to education, in-service training and professional development pathways
• Opportunities to build expertise in rehabilitation, discharge planning and multidisciplinary care
• Supportive team culture with strong clinical leadership
• Salary packaging and Fitness Passport options to increase your take home pay
• Monthly allocated day off for full time employees
• 4 weeks annual leave or 6 weeks for eligible nurses  

Need more information? 
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For role related queries or questions contact Rebecca Mitchell on Rebecca.Mitchell4@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. 
• Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
• 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 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.   
  
   

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: https://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 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. 

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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