Registered Nurse - 10-20k Incentives Offered
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- Registered Nurse
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- REQ647783 Requisition #
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- Mar 10, 2026 Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 ph - $52.62 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme)
Location: Canowindra, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: Up to 19
Applications Close: 24 March 2026 – 11:59pm
Registered Nurse – 10-20k Incentives Offered
Canowindra Health Service
About the role
Canowindra Health Service is seeking applications from experienced Registered Nurses to work in our Emergency Department and Wards to provide support and leadership within the Nursing Team.
The successful applicant must work well within a team environment as well as autonomously, have the ability to prioritise their workload to ensure effective and safe patient care.
Previous acute care nursing experience is preferred whilst having experience in emergency department, including triage, aged care and in charge shifts is required. You will be a minimum Year 2 RN, must be able to show a good understanding of clinical care, including patient deterioration and escalation of care.
Canowindra Health Service provides acute and sub-acute in-patient services alongside emergency and a variety of allied health out-patient presentations and community nursing.
Working as a nurse in Canowindra offers the opportunity to make a real difference in a close-knit rural community. Rural nursing provides a varied and rewarding clinical experience, where nurses often develop a broad range of skills while working closely with multidisciplinary teams. The smaller healthcare environment allows you to build meaningful relationships with patients and their families while seeing the direct impact of your care on the community.
Located in the Central West of New South Wales and within easy driving distance of Orange and Cowra and is approximately 300 kilometres west of Sydney. Canowindra offers a relaxed country lifestyle with a strong sense of community. Nurses working in the town can enjoy the balance of a rewarding healthcare career alongside the benefits of regional living, including a welcoming community, affordable living, beautiful surroundings and a supportive workplace environment.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Tara Bushell, on (02) 6364 4300 or at tara.bushell@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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