Make a real difference as a Community Registered Nurse in a supportive rural team while enjoying the lifestyle and natural beauty of Emmaville, NSW.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $ $51.08 Per Hour + 12% Super + Incentives
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ591069
Location: Vegetable Creek Multipurpose Service
Closing: Sunday, 14th September 2025
Are you ready to combine a rewarding nursing career with the lifestyle benefits of a close-knit rural community?
At Vegetable Creek Multi-Purpose Service (MPS), we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a supportive and inclusive environment.
We are a Multi-Purpose Service with an Emergency Department and 13 residential care beds, supported by a dedicated team of Registered Nurses, Endorsed and Assistant in Nursing staff, Community Health Nurses, and visiting Allied Health professionals.
This opportunity is for a Community Registered Nurse to join our team, working in partnership with two other community health nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide safe, compassionate care to clients across Emmaville, Deepwater, and surrounding areas.
Why Join Vegetable Creek MPS?
* A positive and supportive workplace culture that values collaboration, inclusion, and care.
* The chance to work independently and as part of a team, making a real difference in the lives of clients and their families.
* Access to orientation, training, and ongoing support, including guidance from our Clinical Nurse Educator.
* A diverse clinical role with opportunities to utilise your expertise in wound care management and, if qualified, immunisation.
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true worklife balance
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
* 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
About Emmaville – Your New Lifestyle
If you're seeking more work-life balance without sacrificing access to facilities and leisure, Emmaville could be your ideal destination. Nestled in northern NSW, this welcoming town offers:
* A strong sense of community with essential services, including a K–12 central school.
* Proximity to outdoor adventures, cultural activities, and natural beauty – from fishing and fossicking to national parks and festivals.
* Easy access to larger centres, with Glen Innes and other towns just a short drive away.
About You
We are looking for a positive, motivated, and dedicated Registered Nurse who can:
* Deliver safe, compassionate, person-centred care.
* Work independently, sometimes in isolation, and collaboratively within a team.
* Advocate for clients and uphold excellence in care delivery.
* Demonstrate clinical competency, particularly in wound care management.
* Hold (or be willing to gain) qualifications as a nurse immuniser – highly desirable.
This is your chance to join a team that values you, in a community that will welcome you.
Apply today and experience the lifestyle and professional fulfilment that Vegetable Creek MPS has to offer.
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Information for Applicants:
* 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. 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 HNELHD-
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
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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.
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 for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
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