Registered Nurse

NSW Health; Gundagai; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful impact

Competitive pay

Salary packaging

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

NSW Health in Gundagai is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for casual opportunities to provide advanced, patient-centred care with clinical judgement in a fast-paced rural setting.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, conduct patient assessments, support care planning, and contribute to quality improvement while upholding safety and professional standards. Competitive hourly remuneration reflects experience and shift demands.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical reasoning skills and ability to prioritise in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and across multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to person-centred care, cultural safety and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred, evidence-based nursing care in adherence with standards and legislation.
• Conduct patient assessments, contribute to care planning, and evaluate outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Independent work

Communication

Person-centred care

Job description

Requisition Number: REQ692475
Employment Type: Casual opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.23 - $57.88 per hour (+ super + casual loading)
Applications Close: 4 October 2026
Vaccination Category: A
Location: Gundagai

More than a job, be part of Gundagai

Enjoy meaningful rural nursing, a supportive community, and a relaxed lifestyle, on the banks of the Murrumbidgee river. Just 2 hours from Canberra, 4 hours to Sydney and around 5 hours to Melbourne.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking experienced and motivated Registered Nurses to join our dedicated and high performing team at Gundagai health service. In this pivotal role, you will provide advanced, patient-centred care while exercising clinical judgement, leadership, and professional autonomy in a fast-paced environment.

As the Registered Nurse, you will:

• Provide person-centred, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with professional standards and legislation.
• Conduct patient assessments, contribute to care planning, and evaluate outcomes to support safe and effective care delivery.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to drive optimal patient outcomes and ensure seamless care delivery.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and promote a culture of safety and learning.

To find out more, please review the Position Description.

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong clinical reasoning skills with the ability to prioritise and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Proven ability to work independently and across multidisciplinary teams, with a commitment to mentoring and supporting team members.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong commitment to person-centred care, cultural safety, and ongoing professional development.

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job, we offer the chance to make a real difference.

• Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport, and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Toolduring the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.