Registered Nurse

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Gundagai; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated car leasing

Professional development

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) in Gundagai invites experienced Registered Nurses to join our busy rural health service. In this casual role you will provide advanced, patient-centred care, exercise clinical judgement, and support safe, high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

We value teamwork with multidisciplinary colleagues, ongoing professional development, and a strong commitment to cultural safety and community health.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical reasoning with the ability to prioritise and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to mentor and support team members in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to person-centred care and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• 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 with multidisciplinary teams to drive optimal patient outcomes and seamless care delivery.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and promote a culture of safety and learning.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Leadership

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 security 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.

Why join MLHD?

• 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.

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.

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