Registered Nurse - Community Health Care

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging options

Rural incentives

Education and Training Services

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is seeking a Community Health Care Registered Nurse to deliver high quality, person-centred care in community settings, including homes and clinics. You will perform nursing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in collaboration with clients, families and GP teams.

The role operates on a 7-day rotating roster and requires ongoing professional development, with emphasis on Chronic Disease, Palliative and Continence care, using Cerner/EHR

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 with AHPRA.
• Ability to provide person-centred, culturally sensitive nursing care and coordinate with multisector teams.
• Organise, prioritise work and work effectively in team or autonomously.
• Maintain strong communication, commitment to professional development and IT literacy.

Skills

Nurse registration

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Team collaboration

Education

RN with AHPRA registration

Nursing degree or equivalent

Tools

Cerner EHR

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 30/06/2028) Position Classification: Registered Nurse Location: Lithgow Community Health Centre Hours per week: 32 REQ ID: REQ702697 Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + rural incentives Applications Close Date: 19/11/2026 Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme Available - In accordance with the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (PD2024_012), this position has been recognised as hard to fill/ critical to fill and may have an incentive attached to this position. Please visit NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme for additional information. #ruralhealthincentives With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).

We are seeking a passionate Community Health Care Registered Nurse to deliver high quality, person centred care to individuals, carers, and families. In this role, you will provide nursing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation using evidence based best practice and the principles of Primary Health Care. Working collaboratively with clients, families, GPs, and multidisciplinary teams, you will ensure care is flexible, responsive, and aligned with the Australian Aged Care Quality Standards. You will provide services such as wound management, palliative care, chronic disease management, and continence care across community settings, including homes and clinics. This position offers variety and operates on a 7-day rotating roster. Responsibilities include supervising Enrolled Nurses, coordinating care for complex and high-risk clients, advocating for diverse cultural needs, and mentoring staff and students. Your commitment to ethical practice, adherence to NBMLHD policies, and effective resource management will ensure optimal outcomes for patients and carers. As part of this position, wearing the designated uniform is required to ensure clear identification within the community health setting. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while working in a supportive, collaborative environment. The Welcome Experience: Regional NSW – Make the move! NSW Government offers a free service to essential workers and their families who are considering or in the process of moving to regional NSW. The Welcome Experience joins Local Connectors with essential workers to provide support which is tailored to the specific needs of the individual or family offering support with relocation, housing, education, social connections, accessibility and healthcare, leisure and recreation and Cultural connections. Please visit The Welcome Experience website to learn about this free service or register now for a Local Connector to contact you by completing the registration form.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 with AHPRA with demonstrated experience and clinical skill in general/community nursing as a Registered Nurse including completion of a new graduate Registered Nurse program or equivalent experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide effective nursing care that is person centred, family inclusive and culturally sensitive to people accessing health services and an ability to liaise with other health professionals to facilitate case management and care planning.
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work and an ability to effectively work both within a team and autonomously.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice and an awareness of changes within the health care environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to utilise information technology systems within a variety of applications (e.g. Cerner) and commitment to undertake training in electronic health record systems as required.
• Ability to work a flexible roster, across all days of the week according to the team requirements.
• Current valid NSW State driver's licence (including P1 or above) and willingness to use for work purposes. This may include driving long distances across the LHD.

Additional information

• For role related queries or questions contact Brendan Shortis on [e-mail]
• NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
• NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards.
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.