Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - SSL- Various Sites

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Murrumbidgee Council; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $20,600 p.a.

Professional development

Health & wellbeing programs

Visa sponsorship considerations

Accommodation support

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is recruiting Registered Nurses for Emergency Departments across rural NSW towns including Cootamundra, Narrandera, Temora, Tumut, Young, Deniliquin and Leeton.

Join MLHD to develop your clinical skills in diverse settings while enjoying rural living, supportive teams, and opportunities for professional development. Applications close 2 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current practicing certificate.
• Strong clinical decision-making under pressure.
• Commitment to person-centered care and cultural safety.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Independent & team work

Communication

Cultural safety

Professional development

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

Requisition Number: REQ692053

Employment Type: Full Time / Part Time / Casual

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Applications Close: 2 November 2026

Vaccination Category: A

Location: Cootamundra, Narrandera, Temora, Tumut, Young, Deniliquin and Leeton

Nursing with purpose and pride. Lead, Learn, and Care in the Heart of NSW

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 across multiple rural locations, including Cootamundra, Narrandera, Temora, Tumut, Young, Deniliquin and Leeton.

Spanning some of the most vibrant and welcoming communities in regional NSW, MLHD offers Registered Nurses the chance to build a rewarding career while enjoying the lifestyle, affordability and close-knit community spirit that rural living provides. Visit the laid-back charm of Cootamundra and Temora, or the river country of Narrandera and Leeton, there's a place for you across our District.

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?

• 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.
• 482 temporary visa sponsorship considerations
• Supported accommodation for a 3-month period may be considered

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.