Registered Nurse Emergency Department Incentives Offered

This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to excellence in healthcare where your commitment to quality safety and holistic care will be truly valued and supported.

Why Tamworth Emergency Department:

Tamworth Hospital is one of New Englands largest regional referral hospitals with recently refurbished state-of-the-art facilities.

We are a level 5 Emergency Department with a co-located helicopter retrieval base. Our department specialises in Trauma Neurology Acute Stroke Orthopaedic emergencies Cardiology Surgical emergencies Paediatrics and Mental Health.

You will work with a friendly inclusive team supported by Clinical Nurse Educators Nurse Manager Clinical Nurse Unit Managers Clinical Nurse Consultants and Nurse addition you will have 24hr onsite support from Medical staff that includes ED FACEMs and VMOs ED registrars and RMOs . Our dynamic in-house ED Multidisciplinary team extends to Social Work Physiotherapists Occupational Therapists ASET ACE and Pharmacists.

With over 40000 presentations annually our ED offers a diverse and dynamic environment that includes a healthy mix of adult and paediatric patients. Our ED Models of Care include 3 resus bays Acute Care Emergency Short Stay Unit Fast Track and a designated Paediatric Emergency Unit. You will be supported in all areas of the department and as one of the largest teaching and referral hospitals within Hunter New England Tamworth is full of exciting opportunities for career progression in our highly skilled multi-disciplinary team.

In collaboration with our nursing and medical staff Intensive Care Unit Mental Health unit Paediatric department and Allied Health we conduct regular education sessions to create pathways to learning and building healthy working relationships across all disciplines. Our modern education facilities provide an excellent simulation environment to provide regular interactive learning opportunities within our Multi-Disciplinary Team.

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where youre challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

Be rewarded with up to $10000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

Requirements:
To be considered for this position please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Please elaborate on how your skills and experiences align with the role requirements and highlight the value you will contribute to the emergency team.
• Share the key reasons behind your application for this role and explain what aspects of joining the Emergency Team inspire and motivate you.
  

If this sounds like you we would love you to apply:

• Are you a passionate and enthusiastic nurse with a genuine commitment to patient care and safety
• Do you bring a positive attitude a collaborative spirit and a continuous desire to learn and grow within a supportive team environment

Bring your dedication professionalism and heart for healthcare to our team - we cant wait to hear from you!

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.
• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.
• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
• 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 implementing the Child Safe Standards. We 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 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.
  

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