Enrolled Nurse - Kempsey District Hospital

Mid North Coast Local Health District; Kempsey; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Mid North Coast Local Health District is seeking an Enrolled Nurse for Kempsey District Hospital on a casual basis. The role involves practicing and promoting safe nursing care in line with current standards and district policies, ensuring high-quality patient-centred care.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within a seven-day rotating roster, including night shifts and weekends. Registration with NMBA is mandatory, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and professional

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMBA registration.
• Commitment to safe, high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Ability to assess patient needs and implement interventions.
• Willingness to participate in seven-day rotating roster including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Practicing and promoting safe, efficient nursing care reflecting current standards and district policies.
• Provide high-quality, patient-centred nursing care across clinical settings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Clinical knowledge

Critical thinking

Communication skills

IT for clinical documentation

Education

NMBA registration

Job description

Enrolled Nurse - Kempsey District Hospital

Mid North Coast Local Health District – Kempsey NSW

Employment Type:Casual
Position Classification:Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration:$37.83 - $42.36 ph.
Hours Per Week:Varied
Requisition ID:REQ705301
Applications Close:23rd November 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing

Practicing and promoting safe, efficient and effective nursing care that reflects current standards of nursing practices and current Mid North Coast Local Health District policies and procedures.

About You

You are a Registered Nurse with current registration through the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, bringing sound clinical knowledge and skills relevant to contemporary nursing practice. You are committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care and consistently apply evidence-based principles to support positive health outcomes.

You demonstrate strong clinical problem-solving abilities, enabling you to assess patient needs, make informed decisions and implement appropriate interventions to maximise patient care. Your ability to think critically and respond effectively to changing clinical situations contributes to the delivery of efficient and effective healthcare services.

You possess excellent communication skills and are proficient in the use of information technology to support clinical documentation, care coordination and professional communication. Your well-developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills allow you to build positive relationships with patients, families and healthcare professionals while fostering a collaborative and supportive care environment.

As an effective member of a multidisciplinary team, you have the ability to plan, coordinate and evaluate patient care to achieve outcome-based goals. You work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure continuity of care while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and clinical practice.

Adaptable and resilient, you are willing to participate in a seven-day rotating roster, including night shifts, weekends, public holidays and on-call requirements. Your flexibility, commitment to excellence and dedication to patient care enable you to make a valuable contribution to the delivery of quality healthcare services across a range of clinical settings.

Diversity and Inclusion liesat the heart of how we recruit.

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact ***************@health.nsw.gov.au.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

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