Registered Nurse Sexual Health Clinic

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time Until June 2027
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 Super Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week:16
Requisition ID:REQ661340
Closing Date: Sunday 17th May 2026
Location: Newcastle Community Health Tamwoth Community Health

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Sexual Health Clinic team in Newcastle or Tamworth Community Health. This role focuses on supporting Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) services for Medicare-ineligible people across the district ensuring equitable access to essential sexual health care.

This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a collaborative respectful and patient-centred environment with a team committed to delivering non-judgmental inclusive care to diverse communities.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse within the Sexual Health Clinics you will support the delivery of PrEP services and sexual health care for priority populations across the Hunter New England region / Tamworth. The Local Health District operates three sexual health clinic sites and while the role may be primarily based at one site travel within the district will be required.

You will also contribute to outreach programs including services delivered to remote PALM worker locations such as farms and abattoirs ensuring safe and effective access to care for hard-to-reach populations. This work will involve significant planning and coordination to support outreach activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of PrEP services for Medicare-ineligible clients

• Conduct clinical assessments and patient education

• Assist with STI screening management and health promotion

• Participate in contact tracing and sexual health follow-up

• Deliver outreach services to priority populations including PALM workers

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team

• Maintain strict confidentiality consent and public health standards
  

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate non-judgmental and culturally sensitive

• Passionate about inclusive patient-centred healthcare

• Able to build rapport quickly with diverse populations

• Adaptable and proactive with the ability to work both independently and in a team

• Professional discreet and committed to maintaining confidentiality

Essential Skills and Experience

• Current Registered Nurse registration

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated experience in clinical assessment and patient education

• Understanding of confidentiality consent and public health principles

• Ability and willingness to travel within the Local Health District

Highly Desirable Experience

• Sexual health or HIV care

• Womens health infectious diseases or primary health care

• STI management and contact tracing

• Immunisation experience

• Working with priority populations including:

  • LGBTQIA communities

  • Culturally and linguistically diverse populations

  • Migrant or seasonal workers

Benefits
AtHunter New England Healthenjoy a career where youre challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance

• Salary packaging options - up to $11600 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

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