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Registered Nurse - Acute Inpatient Unit - Incentives Offered
Hunter New England Local Health DistrictPosted 7 hours ago
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Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Incentives
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Location: Moree District Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ693902
Closing Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
Make a Meaningful Move to Moree
Looking for a rewarding nursing role where you can grow professionally while becoming part of a supportive community? Join our welcoming Medical/Surgical team in Moree and experience the benefits of rural nursing in a collaborative and community-focused environment.
Moree offers affordable living, excellent local amenities, and a relaxed lifestyle where healthcare professionals are genuinely valued. With support from local government representatives to assist with accommodation and settling into town, your transition to Moree will be made as smooth as possible.
You’ll also be joining the team at an exciting time, with a brand-new hospital facility due for completion in early 2027.
About The Role
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse with medical/surgical experience to join our close-knit and supportive team.
In This Role, You Will
What You Will Bring
You bring strong clinical knowledge, communicate confidently with patients and colleagues, and work well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Most importantly, you are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and making a positive difference in the lives of your patients.
Requirements
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Benefits
Need more information?
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health 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.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such 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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Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Incentives
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Location: Moree District Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ693902
Closing Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
Make a Meaningful Move to Moree
Looking for a rewarding nursing role where you can grow professionally while becoming part of a supportive community? Join our welcoming Medical/Surgical team in Moree and experience the benefits of rural nursing in a collaborative and community-focused environment.
Moree offers affordable living, excellent local amenities, and a relaxed lifestyle where healthcare professionals are genuinely valued. With support from local government representatives to assist with accommodation and settling into town, your transition to Moree will be made as smooth as possible.
You’ll also be joining the team at an exciting time, with a brand-new hospital facility due for completion in early 2027.
About The Role
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse with medical/surgical experience to join our close-knit and supportive team.
In This Role, You Will
- Work across a rotating roster within a collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to the local community
- Be supported by experienced senior nurses passionate about mentoring and development
- Gain valuable rural nursing experience in a rewarding healthcare setting
- Enjoy strong professional development opportunities and career progression
What You Will Bring
You bring strong clinical knowledge, communicate confidently with patients and colleagues, and work well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Most importantly, you are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and making a positive difference in the lives of your patients.
Requirements
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Benefits
- You may be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
- Monthly allocated days off (full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave for eligible full-time nurses
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Salary packaging options up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport with discounted gym access for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and immediate family members
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
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. 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 HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.
- 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
- Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
- 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.
- 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 Health’s 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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
- The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health 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.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
Connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn!
#ruralhealthincentive