Registered Nurse - Surgical Services - Incentives Offered

Southern NSW Local Health District; Armidale; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District invites applications for a Registered Nurse in the Surgical Services ward at Armidale Hospital. The role offers exposure to general surgical, orthopaedic, gynaecology, urology and medical patients, with diverse cases and opportunities to expand clinical skills.

We provide a supportive, multidisciplinary team, comprehensive orientation and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high‑quality care while working with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Patient assessment, post‑operative and wound care, medication administration and clinical monitoring.

Job description

Registered Nurse - Surgical Services - Incentives Offered

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ687807 Requisition #

Expand your skills. Elevate your nursing.

Remuneration:$81,748.17 - $114,771.98 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging+ Rural Health Incentives

Employment Type:Various Permanent and Temporary Positions available

Position Classification:Registered Nurse

Hours Per Week:Up to 38hrs per week

Requisition ID:REQ687807

Closing Date: Tuesday, 15th September 2026

Please Note: This Recruitment is NOT open to visa sponsorship

Grow your career in a ward where no two days are the same

Join a supportive and collaborative team at Armidale Hospital's Surgical Ward, where you'll care for a diverse mix of general surgical, orthopaedic, gynaecology, urology and medical patients. The variety of presentations means every shift is an opportunity to expand your clinical skills, build confidence in acute care, and develop expertise across multiple specialties.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your surgical nursing experience or broaden your acute care knowledge, this is a ward that encourages continuous learning and professional growth.

Why you'll love working with us

Our team is known for its welcoming culture, where collaboration, respect and patient-centred care are at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll be supported with

• A comprehensive orientation program to help you settle into the role
• Ongoing education through in-service training, study days and professional development
• Mentorship from an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and Clinical Nurse Educator
• A positive multidisciplinary team that values teamwork and shared success
• Opportunities to further develop your clinical expertise in a dynamic acute care setting

Paid Parental Leave (for eligible employees)

Access to Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing

Access to The Welcome Experience a free service to help health workers and their families settle into regional communities

About the Role and You

As a Registered Nurse, you'll deliver safe, high-quality care while working closely with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team. Your role will include patient assessment, post-operative and wound care, medication administration, clinical monitoring, discharge planning and patient education.

We're looking for a motivated nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, thrives in a fast-paced acute environment, and is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.

Discover the difference of nursing in Armidale—where a rewarding career is matched by an outstanding regional lifestyle, vibrant community and access to some of New South Wales' most beautiful natural landscapes.

* 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].

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

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]

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part-time vacancies.

Job share / part-time arrangements will be considered.

Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants

To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.

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: 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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