Registered Nurse (Incentives Offered)

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

Benefits offered by this job

NSW Rural Health Incentive – sign-on $

Annual incentive up to $10k

Salary packaging options

Novated car leasing

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

MLHD Batlow/Adelong health service is seeking experienced Registered Nurses to provide advanced, patient-centred care in a fast-paced environment. You will exercise clinical judgement, leadership and professional autonomy while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Join a rural NSW community with a supportive workplace, up to $81,748–$114,772 per year plus super and potential leave loading. Job share considered; up to 38 hours per week with flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current registration and ability to provide advanced, patient-centred care.
• Ability to work independently and across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to person-centred care and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centred nursing care in line with professional standards and legislation.
• Conduct patient assessments, contribute to care planning, and evaluate outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and promote safety and learning.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Communication skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $20,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $20,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Requisition Number: REQ685382

Employment Type: Permanent Full -Time / Part - Time and Casual opportunities

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: 11 September 2026

Vaccination Category: A

Location: Batlow

• Job share will be considered for this position.

Where your care, skills and experience, makes a community difference.

Enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains, with affordable living, short commutes and a strong community spirit. Surrounded by orchards, nature and local produce, it’s a place to recharge and belong, while staying connected to Tumut, Wagga Wagga and Canberra.

In Batlow–Adelong, you’re not just taking a job, you’re gaining a lifestyle and making a real difference.

About The Opportunity

We are seeking experienced and motivated Registered Nurses to join our dedicated and high performing team at Batlow/Adelong health service. In this pivotal role, you will provide advanced, patient-centred care while exercising clinical judgement, leadership, and professional autonomy in a fast-paced environment.

As The Registered Nurse, You Will

• Provide person-centred, 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

• 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-centred 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.
• Up to $20k NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme + $10k rolling annual incentive (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined inthe 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.

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.