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Employment Type: Temporary $ Permanent Part Time (Job share may be considered) (Up to 2/8/2026)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $ $51.09 ph (plus super)
Location: Forbes, NSW
Hours per week: Up to 28
Applications Close: 22 October 2025, 11:59pm
Registered Nurse – Primary & Community Health
Lachlan Health Service – Forbes Hospital
About the role:
This is an opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse to work in an innovative and progressive rural health service.
The Primary & Community Health Registered Nurse will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of chronic disease prevention, health improvement initiatives and other hospitalisation prevention strategies that are evidence based, to assist in the overall health and wellbeing of the western NSW community. Lachlan Health Service incorporates both Parkes and Forbes and staff work across both sites when required.
This position is located in Parkes and is part of the wider Community & Allied Health nursing team across Lachlan Health Service. Lachlan Health Service incorporates both Parkes and Forbes and staff work across both sites when required.
As a Community Based Registered Nurse you will join a team of expert clinicians who provide patient centred care.
Rotating morning shifts 08:00 to16:30 across 7-day roster.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
* Click 'Apply'
* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Jane Armitage on or at for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
* All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
* This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
* Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
* Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
* Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
* To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
* For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD