Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered

Hunter New England Local Health District; Taree; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Incentives

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

4 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District in rural NSW seeks a senior Registered Nurse to join the Werris Creek Multi-Purpose Service on a rotating roster. This permanent role offers full-time, part-time, or casual opportunities with a competitive hourly remuneration and generous rural incentives.

You will provide a broad scope of care across general medical, subacute, aged care and community services while delivering emergency response and coordinating with the broader health team.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Strong clinical assessment and evidence-based decision making.
• Ability to deliver individualised care and advocate for patients.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• In charge and triage experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide general medical and subacute care.
• Deliver first-line emergency response and stabilisation prior to transfer.
• Care for a mix of aged care residents and acute patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Support residents and patients with informed health decisions.

Skills

AHPRA RN Registration

Clinical assessment

Decision making

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Triage experience

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Re-discover the simple pleasures of life in rural NSW – and build a role that suits your lifestyle. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time and Casual Opportunities Available Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging + Incentives Hours Per Week: Up to 38 Requisition ID: REQ699943 Location: Werris Creek Multi-Purpose Service Closing: Sunday, 18th October 2026 We are looking for a senior Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team at Werris Creek Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) – a workplace where you will find purpose, variety, and a genuine sense of community, and where you are available to work a full rotating roster.

Why Werris Creek?

Why Rural NSW? Located in the beautiful New England region – just a short drive from Tamworth, with easy access to Brisbane, Sydney, and the coast – Werris Creek offers the best of both worlds: a slower pace of life surrounded by natural beauty, and access to modern conveniences and transport links. Whether you are drawn to wide open spaces, heritage charm, or warm and welcoming people, this is your chance to experience rural living without compromising your career.

Why Work at an MPS?

Multi-Purpose Services offer a unique opportunity to work across a broad scope of practice, often in close-knit, supportive teams. At Werris Creek MPS, you will gain experience in: General medical and subacute care Residential Aged Care Allied health, primary health, and community services Providing first-line emergency response and stabilisation prior to transfer You will care for a mix of aged care residents and patients presenting with urgent needs, offering continuity of care and connection that is hard to find elsewhere. You will strengthen your clinical skills, think on your feet, and make a real difference to people in your local community – all while helping families stay close to home.

About you

You are an experienced, motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse, who enjoys working collaboratively, building trust with patients and helping people achieve meaningful improvements in their health. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making skills.
• The ability to deliver individualised care, advocate for patients and support informed health decisions.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A flexible, professional and ethical approach to nursing practice.
• In charge and triage experience is highly desirable

Relocating? We’ve Got You Covered

Making a move can feel overwhelming, but support is available. The Welcome Experience is a free service designed to help health workers and their families settle into regional communities. From connecting you with local schools, childcare providers, sporting clubs, housing information, and community networks, the program helps make your transition smoother so you can feel at home sooner and start enjoying everything your new community has to offer.

Learn More: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

What’s in it for you?

Be rewarded with up to $20,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

• Monthly ADOs (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
• Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 + novated leasing
• Fitness Passport – discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program – support for staff and their families
• Supportive leadership and mentoring from Health Service Managers and Clinical Educators

Requirements

Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

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-ratio basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: 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].

Information for Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

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

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary packaging 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.

Contact Eileen Harris on [e-mail] for role related queries or questions.