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Location: Armidale Hospital
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until October 2026
Hours Per Week: 16
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Requisition ID: REQ603629
Applications Close: Sunday 14th September 2025
Where You\'ll Be Working
Armidale Hospital, located in the heart of the picturesque Northern Tablelands, is a 99-bed facility offering a comprehensive range of acute medical, surgical, obstetric, pediatrics, diagnostic, and allied health services. Armidale is a vibrant regional city known for its stunning seasonal landscapes, tree-lined streets, and outdoor adventures, including World Heritage-listed national parks just a stone's throw away.
About The Role
As a valued member of our stroke team, you'll deliver high-quality, evidence-based care across both inpatient and outpatient settings. Your days will include monitoring recovery, supporting rehabilitation, managing complications, and teaching patients and carers about stroke prevention and recovery. Working closely with a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you'll empower patients and families through education and personalised care, ensuring smooth transitions back home.
About You
You are a confident, compassionate clinician who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings a strong sense of purpose to every shift. You'll need:
* Proven ability to provide patient-centered, evidence-informed care.
* Effective time management and clinical prioritisation skills.
* Capacity to educate patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
* Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
Requirements
* Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
What We Can Offer You
* Access to The Welcome Experience - settle into your new community with all the support you need to embrace rural NSW.
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) providing true work-life 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.
* Opportunity to work with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Need more information?
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
Contact
* For role related queries contact Jae Hong Kim at JaeHong.Kim@health.nsw.gov.au
* Accommodations or recruitment process adjustments: Rebecca Caldwell at Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent or temporary vacancies.
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
* Stepping Up is a resource to help indigenous applicants apply for NSW Health positions. For more information, 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 prior to offer. All new employees must comply with this policy.
* Salary Packaging may increase your take-home pay and can cover various expenses. More information via SalaryPackagingPLUS at nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
* To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident, or have an appropriate visa to live and work in Australia. Temporary visa holder employment is allowed only in line with visa conditions. We are unable to sponsor visas for this position.
* Hunter New England Health supports an inclusive workplace and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process.
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