Registered Nurse General Medical Unit Incentives Offered

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$74317.94 - $104336.27 12.5% Super Salary Packaging Rural Incentives
Hours Per Week:Up to 38
Requisition ID:REQ621239
Location: Armidale Hospital
Closing: Wednesday 24th December 2025

The Benefits

Earn more sooner Receive up to $10000 in your first 12 months plus up to $5000 every year after paid fortnightly through the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
Enjoy worklife balance with 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff).
Support a greener future through our Sustainable Healthcare Together Towards Zero initiatives.
Monthly ADOs for full-time employees giving you an extra day each month to recharge.
Paid parental leave to support you during lifes most important moments (for eligible employees).
Salary packaging opportunities claim up to $11600 tax-free each year plus options for novated leasing.
Fitness Passport access discounted gym and wellness options for you and your family.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) free confidential support for you and your immediate family.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse in our General Medical Unit youll play an essential part in delivering safe compassionate evidence-based care to a diverse group of patients. A typical shift brings a blend of hands-on clinical care teamwork problem-solving and meaningful human connection.

You will administer medications complete observations provide mobility support deliver wound care prepare patients for tests and monitor changes in conditionwhile collaborating closely with medical allied health and nursing colleagues. Youll communicate with families support culturally respectful care and help patients move toward their recovery goals.

What isnt in the PD but matters just as much is that youll finish most days knowing you genuinely made someones day a little better. You wont be alone in this role! From day one youll recieve a comprehensive local orientation up to 4 weeks of supernumerary shifts on commencement daily in-service education a full time onsite Clinical Nurse Educator ongoing professional development and support from an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary team.

Why Youll Love Armidale

Armidale Hospital is a key regional facility offering emergency surgical maternity rehabilitation allied health and specialist services all delivered by a supportive team dedicated to wraparound patient-centred care.

Living in Armidale means enjoying a rare mix of natural beauty culture and community. Youll find stunning national parks waterfalls scenic walking trails a vibrant arts and food scene historic architecture and the warm community-focused feel of a university town. The presence of UNE gives the city a lively yet relaxed energy with easy air and rail links connecting you to Sydney when you need them.

Its the perfect place to build your nursing career while enjoying a balanced fulfilling lifestyle.

Who You Are

You are a compassionate patient-centred nurse who brings warmth professionalism and clear communication to every interaction. You thrive in a busy dynamic environment stay organised under pressure and approach challenges with calm practical problem-solving.

Youll bring:

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

• All overseas candidates seeking sponsorship MUST have obtained registration with AHPRA and a positive skills assessment via ANMAC with 254445 Registered Nurse (Mixed Med/Sur)

• Strong clinical capability and sound clinical judgement

• The ability to recognise and respond to changing patient conditions

• Confidence working within an interdisciplinary team

• Excellent communication with patients families and colleagues

• Effective prioritisation in a fast-paced unit

• Comfort using electronic patient management systems

• A commitment to cultural respect professional boundaries and ongoing learning

Above all you care deeply about supporting patients through important moments in their healthcare journey and being part of a team that values kindness collaboration humour on busy days and truly meaningful work.

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Additional Information:

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances please contact .

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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: Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit: is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directivePD2024015: Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer.All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people aligned with NSW Healths commitment to implementingthe Child Safe aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe supported and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety welfare and well-being of children and young people actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable barrier-free application process.

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 isidentifiedfor the position; in this instance you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

Hunter New England 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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