Nurse Practitioner - Emergency

Western NSW Local Health District; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 158,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District in Orange, NSW invites applications for an Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner. This is a permanent full-time/part-time position within the Orange Hospital Emergency Department, a busy trauma centre and Level 5 ED/ICU setting.

As an ED NP you will provide autonomous, high-level care for acute non-resuscitation cases, supported by a FACEM and nursing team, within a collaborative rural health environment.

Qualifications

• ED Nurse Practitioners provide high-level autonomous care.
• FACEM-supported team environment in ED.
• Rural health district with trauma centre setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous, high-level care for acute/non-resuscitation patients.
• Collaborate with FACEM and nursing colleagues within the ED.
• Contribute to patient flow and clinical governance in Orange Hospital.

Skills

Emergency Department

Autonomous practice

Clinical assessment

Education

Nurse Practitioner qualification

Job description

Western NSW Local Health District – Orange NSW

1d ago , from Western NSW Local Health District

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Part Time
Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Remuneration: $158,236.73 - $169,429.03 pa; $79.81 - $85.45 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: up to 38 – Job share may be considered
Applications Close: 21 Oct 2026 – 11:59pm

About the role

An exciting opportunity Orange Hospital Nurse Practitioner Emergency Department.

Emergency Department Nurse Practitioners (ED NPs) areadvanced practice nurses who provide autonomous, high-level care for patients, particularly in acute, non-resuscitation, or fast-track settings.

Working within the Emergency Department of Orange Hospital – a trauma centre, interventional cardiology facility and level 5 ED and ICU for the central west enables the Nurse Practitioner to work supported within the busy Emergency Department caring for our community.

The NP is support by a large FACEM and Nursing team to work collaboratively with these team members and autonomously within their scope.

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 https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience

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.

• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Diane Gardner, Acting Director of Nursing on 02 6369 3*** or at *************@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.
• 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