Employment Type: Full-time, PermanentPosition Classification: Registered Nurse (Job share -part time hours considered)Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable) Hours per week: up to 38Applications Close: 24 March 2026Vaccination Category: A - This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). Location: Wagga Wagga
Keeping Care Moving – Supporting Patients and Teams When It Matters Most.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse – After Hours Operational Support (Patient Flow Unit), to join our dedicated and high-performing team at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. In this pivotal role, you will work alongside the After-Hours Manager, supporting and leading patient flow and operational coordination across the hospital, while delivering advanced, patient-centred care.
As the Registered Nurse, you will:
* Support hospital-wide patient flow and bed management after hours
* Assist with coordination of admissions, discharges and inter-hospital transfers
* Utilise the Patient Flow Portal to support bed allocation and operational planning
* Identify and coordinate potential discharges and patient transfers for the following day
* Work collaboratively with NUMs, medical teams and multidisciplinary staff to ensure safe and efficient care delivery
* Provide patient-centred nursing care including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care
* Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration and support safe transitions of care
* Participate in quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives
To find out more, please review the Position Description.
About You
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
* Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and provide leadership in a fast-paced after-hours environment.
* Proven ability to work independently and across multidisciplinary teams, with a commitment to mentoring and supporting team members.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
* A strong commitment to person-centred care, cultural safety, and ongoing professional development.
Essential Requirements
* Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
* Current NSW Working With Children Check
* National Police Check
Why join MLHD?
At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job, we offer the chance to make a real difference.
* Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
* Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
* Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
* Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
* Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport, and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click apply now! Please contact Contact, Ricky Tasker, Workforce Nurse Manager, on Ricky.Tasker@health.nsw.gov.au, if you have any questions about this role.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
Murrumbidgee Local Health District is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
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