Registered Nurse

Hunter New England Local Health District; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Professional development

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to deliver person-centred care across home and community settings between Newcastle and Raymond Terrace.

You will assess, plan and coordinate care while building strong relationships with clients, families and carers.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Valid Australian driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred nursing care across home and community settings.
• Assess, plan and coordinate care tailored to each client's needs.
• Build meaningful relationships with clients, families and carers.
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
• Develop skills in wound care and catheter management.
• Work independently in the community with support from experienced clinicians.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

Time management

Community health

Tools

Electronic documentation

Job description

Help people stay well, independent and connected at home while growing your skills as part of a supportive NSW Health community nursing team.

• Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
• Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
• Position Classification: Registered Nurse
• Location: Between Newcastle and Raymond Terrace sites
• Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week
• Requisition ID: REQ687658
• Application close date: Sunday 18th of October 2026

Take your nursing skills beyond the clinic and into the community. Join our supportive team across Newcastle, Raymond Terrace and surrounding areas, providing personalised care that helps people stay well, independent and connected at home.

What You’ll Do

• Provide person-centred nursing care across home and community settings.
• Assess, plan and coordinate care tailored to each client's needs.
• Build meaningful relationships with clients, families and carers.
• Work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
• Develop your skills in areas such as wound care and catheter management.
• Work independently in the community while having the support of experienced clinicians.

Why join us?

• Make a difference – Help people remain healthy and independent at home.
• Be supported – Work alongside experienced CNEs, CNSs and Nurse Practitioners who will support your professional growth.
• Keep learning – Build your confidence and expand your community nursing skills in a varied and rewarding role.

About You

You are a compassionate, organised and adaptable Registered Nurse who is passionate about delivering person-centred care in the community. You have strong communication and time management skills, with the ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You are committed to building positive relationships with clients, families and carers and can effectively prioritise competing clinical needs.

You are confident using technology and electronic documentation systems and are willing to work across different community settings. Most importantly, you are keen to learn, develop your clinical skills and be supported by experienced clinicians as you build your career in community nursing.

Essential

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Valid Australian driver's licence.

The Perks

• Supportive team environment – Join a dedicated Community Nursing Team and work alongside experienced CNEs, CNSs, Nurse Practitioners and multidisciplinary clinicians.
• Professional development – Build your community nursing skills through ongoing learning, on-the-job support and opportunities to develop your clinical expertise in areas such as wound care and catheter management.
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Access confidential support and assistance for you and your family.
• 6 weeks annual leave – Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave for eligible full-time nurses.

Additional Information

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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This is a Category A position

Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging

Salary Packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.