Registered Nurse - Cootamundra

NSW Health; Cootamundra; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated lease option

Employee wellbeing programs

Professional development

Flexible work options

Job summary

NSW Health in Cootamundra is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our frontline team, delivering compassionate, evidence‑based care to patients and families. As the RN, you will work with multidisciplinary teams, ensure patient‑centred care, and participate in quality improvement while meeting regulatory standards.

Remuneration ranges from AU$81,748 to AU$114,772 per year (pro rata), with superannuation and 17.5% leave loading where applicable, plus up to 38 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and respond flexibly to changing clinical priorities.
• Commitment to patient-centred care, cultural safety and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred, evidence-based nursing care in line with standards and legislation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Engage in quality improvement activities and foster a culture of safety and learning.

Skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Patient-centered care

Cultural safety

Education

Nursing registration with AHPRA

Job description

Requisition Number: REQ702257
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Casual options considered
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours per week: Up to 38
Applications Close: 27 November 2026
Vaccination Category: A
Location: Cootamundra

Do you bring compassion, clinical excellence, and commitment to every shift?

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team in this critical frontline role delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families.

As the Registered Nurse, you will:

• Deliver person-centred, evidence-based nursing/midwifery care in accordance with relevant standards and legislation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Engage in continuous quality improvement activities and contribute to a culture of safety and learning.

To find out more, please review the Position Description.

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and respond flexibly to changing clinical priorities.
• A commitment to patient-centred care, cultural safety, and continuous 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.

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 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.