About The Role
Become our newest Emergency Department Registered Nurse at Armidale Hospital, where you can thrive in a supportive team that will encourage your growth whilst embracing the elegance our region has to offer.
Employment Type : Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time
Position Classification : Registered Nurse
Remuneration : $36.39 - $51.09 per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week : Up to 38
Location : Armidale Hospital
Requisition ID : REQ
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Role Details
This is an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses with a passion for the best possible patient care who would like to support the Emergency Department (ED) with their experience in the space. The Registered Nurse will be required to triage, treat and transfer patients, provide ALS, cannulation and venepunctures as required. If you enjoy the fast pace and variety that comes with Emergency Nursing, then we want to hear from you.
You won’t be working alone – you will be provided with a thorough orientation process including supernumerary days and will also be supported by Clinical Nurse Educators and the Nurse Unit Manager. The ED team is welcoming, supportive and collaborative, and is ready for you to join. Staff are encouraged and supported to pursue ongoing professional development and education opportunities.
Safe staffing levels will ensure patient care is delivered safely and effectively, with staff feeling supported to provide the best outcomes, maintain patient safety, and contribute to a positive and sustainable work environment.
Where You’ll Be Working
Armidale is the main hub of the New England High Country and is known for its 19th-century churches and heritage architecture. It is a graceful city of tree-lined streets, approximately five-and-a-half hours' drive from Sydney and less than 90 minutes from Tamworth, with daily flights between Sydney and Armidale. The area is surrounded by forests, mountain gorges, national parks and waterfalls, including Wollomombi Falls.
Benefits
- Access to The Welcome Experience to help you settle into the community
- Collaborative team environment
- Ongoing training and support
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
- Salary packaging options up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Opportunity to work with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Requirements
- Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
Additional Information
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full-time or part-time and temporary vacancies.
- To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current Recent Zealand Passport. Temporary visa holders may be considered only if no suitable local candidate is identified, and in line with visa conditions.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- Need more information? Click here for the Position Description. Find out more about applying for this position. For queries contact Keren Fletcher at
Information For Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
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Category A Position. This role may require compliance with NSW Health policies prior to offer. Salary packaging is available and may increase take-home pay.
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