Enjoy being part of a supportive and friendly team in the heart of the gorgeous Namoi Valley
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $32.79- $35.63 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Requisition ID: REQ587745
Location: Gunnedah District Hospital
Applications Close: Sunday, 20th July 2025.
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated Enrolled Nurse to join our compassionate team, playing an important role in delivering and evaluating high-quality nursing care tailored to meet the unique clinical objectives of each patient. In this position you'll be working in the in the 15-bed ward catering to medical and surgical patients, as well as palliative and aged care. This role will cover all shifts, and for the right candidate, will have the opportunity to upskill and assist in the Emergency Department.
You won't be working alone. You'll be supported by the Registered Nurses, the Nurse Unit Manager and the Clinical Nurse Educators. A thorough in-house orientation will be provided as well as continuing professional development opportunities. The small rural team is warm and inclusive, and is ready to welcome you onto their team
Where You'll Be Working
Situated on the banks of the Namoi River, Gunnedah is beautiful, historical country town. With plenty to do, from museums to national parks, Gunnedah is the perfect place to call home
As Our Ideal Candidate, You Will
Demonstrate your experience and current medication competencies
* Have great time management
* Be skilled in wound care
* Work comfortably with computer systems such as IPM, Medchart and so on
* Be flexible and adaptable to the needs to the patients and their families
* Have a great team spirit
Requirements
Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
Benefits
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for 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
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or 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?
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Therese Mills at Therese.Mills@health.nsw.gov.au
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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. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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.
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Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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