Autonomous Emergency Nurse Practitioner - Rural ED

Hunter New England Local Health District; Cessnock; On-site; AUD 68,610,000 - 73,454,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

12% Superannuation

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Welcome Experience

Job summary

Emergency Nurse Practitioner position at Cessnock District Hospital within Hunter New England Local Health District offers autonomous clinical practice with robust support from experienced NPs and GP Visiting Medical Officers. The ED handles diverse cases with ongoing education and a strong team culture.

Shifts are 0800–1800 seven days a week with some flexibility; includes excellent professional development opportunities and salary packaging options within a Category A setting.

Qualifications

• Current RN registration with AHPRA.
• Endorsement as Emergency Nurse Practitioner or progress towards Transitional Nurse Practitioner.
• Ability to work autonomously with strong clinical judgement and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and determine management.
• Request and interpret diagnostic investigations and imaging.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing and medical colleagues.
• Work with GPVMOs and the multidisciplinary team.
• Support patient flow and ED workflow.
• Provide safe, high-quality emergency care.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaborative approach

Independent clinical judgement

Teamwork

Professional development

Job description

Emergency Nurse Practitioner position at Cessnock District Hospital within Hunter New England Local Health District offers autonomous clinical practice with robust support from experienced NPs and GP Visiting Medical Officers. The ED handles diverse cases with ongoing education and a strong team culture.

Shifts are 0800–1800 seven days a week with some flexibility; includes excellent professional development opportunities and salary packaging options within a Category A setting.