It's a great time to join Hunter New England Local Health District. Apply now for one of our eligible regional and rural positions. You could benefit under the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme! Remuneration: $35.33 - $49.60 per hour + superannuation Location: Tamworth Community Health Service, Narrabri Community Health Service, Moree Community Health Service or Inverell Community Health Service Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Hours per Week: 32 Closing Date: 13th May 2024 About the job: This position will be part time providing person-centred care to patients in the Tablelands and Mehi sectors, it forms part of the multi-disciplinary team that provides treatment to patients experiencing substance dependence. About You: The successful candidate will have outstanding organisational skills, be ethical with the ability to set good boundaries, and capable of maintaining a high level of confidentiality. You will be flexible in your work approach, with exceptional people skills displaying empathy and understanding to each patient's unique situation and have the capacity to think and solve problems as they arise. Where you'll be working: This role is negotiable, with location options including Tamworth, Moree, Inverell or Narrabri, and reporting to the Drug & Alcohol Northern Nurse Manager. Clinically you will be supported by virtual and face-to-face Addiction Medicine Specialists and Medical Officers, the Northern Nurse Manager and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. There are regularly scheduled education sessions and clinical supervision will be provided to you on commencement in the role and continue during your employment. Meet some of the Team Rural Health Incentives: This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following*: Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12-months Retention incentive of up to $10,000 thereafter annually PLUS 3 months accommodation assistance (e.g. reimbursement of rent payments or payments for commercial accommodation) *All payments and reimbursements made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11% superannuation. Other forms of payment/package options (where you are eligible) need to be negotiated with the Convenor and may include**: ?? Additional annual professional development days (up to 5 more per year) Additional personal leave (up to 5 more per year) Computer/internet reimbursement (e.g. laptop, wi-fi costs) Return airfare to and from your work base (or equivalent motor vehicle allowance) so you can still visit family and friends **The total value of your incentive package would remain the same. Employees are responsible for seeking independent financial advice before accepting an Attraction and Retention Incentive package as part of their offer. Transferring of incentive packages will depend on the location, position, and time served by the health worker in their current position. Eligibility to transfer existing incentive packages will be determined and approved by the health organisation. Health workers who are receiving incentive packages and are changing or moving positions should discuss the impacts with their manager or local Workforce Rural Health Incentive Team via ****** to discuss your eligibility prior to applying if you are already receiving an incentive package. Benefits: Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) Superannuation contributions 11% Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing. Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Additional Information: An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. 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. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Patricia Skelton on ****** 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: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp. This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (AIR Immunisation History Statement) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement (IHS), or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate, or AIR COVID-19 and Influenza IHS. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. #HNEDACS #Ruralhealthincentives