Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Corowa

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Corowa; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive up to AU$10,000

Annual incentive up to AU$5,000

Salary packaging up to AU$20,600 perAn

Accommodation support for 3 months

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) invites applications from registered nurses for Emergency Department roles at Corowa. This rural posting offers a chance to develop breadth of clinical skills, work with a supportive multidisciplinary team, and enjoy the benefits of community-focused healthcare.

With competitive remuneration of AU$81,748.17–AU$114,771.98 per year (pro rata where applicable), you can balance professional growth with a rewarding lifestyle in Corowa. NSW incentives apply.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current registration and scope of practice.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments.
• Commitment to person-centered care and cultural safety.
• Willingness to work across rural ED settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered, evidence-based nursing care.
• Conduct patient assessments and care planning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Cultural safety

Professional development

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

REQ692069 - Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Requisition Number: REQ692069

Employment Type: Full Time / Part Time / Casual

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Applications Close: 22 October 2026

Vaccination Category: A

Location: Corowa

Nursing with purpose and pride. Lead, Learn, and Care in Corowa

About The Opportunity

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for your next opportunity, with the freedom to choose where you live and work?

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is recruiting Registered Nurses for Emergency Departments at Corowa.

Corowa offers Registered Nurses the chance to build a rewarding career while enjoying the lifestyle, affordability and close-knit community spirit that rural living provides.

If you're ready to make a genuine difference to the health of rural communities, while expanding your clinical skills across diverse settings, we want to hear from you.

As The Registered Nurse, You Will

• Provide person-centered, 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-centered care, cultural safety, and ongoing professional development.

Why join MLHD?

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.
• Supported accommodation for a 3-month period may be considered.
• Up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full - time equivalent, position and location).

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.