Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered

NSW Health; Tamworth Regional Council; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $11,600 + nov32

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is offering a 12-month cardiac care nursing program at Tamworth Hospital. The role combines six months in the Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) with six months in the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (CCL).

You will be supported by NUM and experienced cardiac nursing teams. Open to Registered Nurses who are motivated to develop cardiac knowledge and skills through structured education, supervised clinical practice and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience in cardiac care is not essential; structured education provided.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to safe, compassionate, high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients before and after angiography, pacemaker procedures, and related cardiac care.
• Develop knowledge within the cardiac catheterisation environment.
• Gain experience in angiography, PCI, TOEs and pacemaker insertion.
• Work closely with experienced cardiac nurses, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in ongoing education, professional development and reflective practice.
• Work rotating shifts including mornings, evenings, nights and weekends.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Empathy and compassion

Education

Registered Nurse - AHPRA

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ693750

Location: Tamworth Hospital
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging + incentives
Employment Type: Permanent full time & part time
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 hours per week
Requisition ID: REQ693750
Closing Date: Sunday 11 th October 2026

Where you'll be working
Tamworth Hospital's Cardiac Care Unit and Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory provide a broad range of specialised cardiac services to patients from across the northern half of the Hunter New England region.

We are a friendly, supportive and approachable team who value looking after each other. Staff wellbeing is a strong focus, with an emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

About the opportunity
Tamworth Hospital is offering an exciting opportunity to join the Supported Introduction to Cardiac Care Program, providing a structured and supportive pathway for Registered Nurses to develop their knowledge, clinical skills and confidence in cardiac care.

As a participant, you will spend six months in the Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) and six months in the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (CCL), gaining valuable experience across both inpatient and procedural cardiac care. The position reports to the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) of the CCU and Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory, with day-to-day support and clinical guidance provided by the experienced CCU and CCL nursing teams.

Across the 12-month program, you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide nursing care to patients before and after angiography, following pacemaker insertion and experiencing cardiac arrhythmias.
• Develop knowledge and skills within the cardiac catheterisation environment.
• Gain experience in angiography, PCI, TOEs and pacemaker insertion.
• Develop clinical competence and confidence across a range of cardiac nursing skills.
• Work closely with experienced cardiac nurses, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in ongoing education, professional development and reflective practice.

You will work part-time or full-time rotating shifts, including mornings, evenings, nights and weekends, as applicable to the clinical area.

About you

We are looking for Registered Nurses who are motivated, passionate and committed to providing safe, compassionate and high-quality care.

You will bring:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of the complex care needs of critically ill patients and their families and carers.
• Empathy, compassion and a genuine commitment to supporting patients and their families.
• The ability to think critically and problem solve effectively.
• A willingness to learn, seek feedback and develop your clinical practice.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Previous cardiac nursing experience is not essential. The program is designed to support Registered Nurses to develop their cardiac knowledge and skills through structured education, supervised clinical practice and mentoring.

Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

• Monthly allocated days off (full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave for eligible full-time nurses
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging options up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport with discounted gym access for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and immediate family members

Additional Information

• Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme . For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact [e-mail] .
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part‑time vacancies.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
  We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.
• The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Information for Applicants:

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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