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Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Transition to Specialty Program - Incentives Offered
- Salary
- A$41.2–A$57.9/hrAUD per hour
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- Australia
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- Relocation support
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
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Join the Emergency Department at Tamworth Hospital through our Transition to Specialty Program and take the next step in your nursing career!
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Renumeration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Incentives
Requisition ID: REQ692470
Closing date: Sunday 4th October 2026
Where you'll be working
Tamworth Emergency Department is a busy, dynamic and rewarding clinical environment providing care to a diverse range of patients from across the New England Northwest region.
We are a Level 5 Rural Referral Emergency Department, providing exposure to a broad range of emergency presentations and clinical experiences, including three resuscitation bays, an acute care area, paediatric emergency area & mental health services.
About The Role
Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to develop your emergency nursing capabilities across a broad range of presentations, including acute illness, complex conditions, trauma, paediatric emergencies and life-threatening clinical events.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
You will be a Registered Nurse who is motivated to develop your career in emergency nursing and enjoys working in a fast-paced clinical environment.
You Will Bring
You will be supported by a highly experienced and approachable management and education team throughout your transition into emergency nursing.
Why join us?
✅ 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.*
✅Strong clinical leadership and supportive management.
✅A dedicated education team and Clinical Nurse Educators.
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance.
✅Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
✅Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 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.
✅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
Need more information?
Important Information
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.
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.
Additional Information
This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
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
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Renumeration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Incentives
Requisition ID: REQ692470
Closing date: Sunday 4th October 2026
Where you'll be working
Tamworth Emergency Department is a busy, dynamic and rewarding clinical environment providing care to a diverse range of patients from across the New England Northwest region.
We are a Level 5 Rural Referral Emergency Department, providing exposure to a broad range of emergency presentations and clinical experiences, including three resuscitation bays, an acute care area, paediatric emergency area & mental health services.
About The Role
Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to develop your emergency nursing capabilities across a broad range of presentations, including acute illness, complex conditions, trauma, paediatric emergencies and life-threatening clinical events.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Undertaking rapid assessment, triage and ongoing monitoring of patients presenting with a wide range of emergency conditions.
- Delivering safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients with acute, complex and life-threatening illnesses and injuries.
- Performing and assisting with emergency procedures including cannulation, wound management, ECGs, specimen collection and advanced life support interventions.
- Participating in education, simulation, clinical supervision and professional development activities as part of the Transition to Specialty Program.
You will be a Registered Nurse who is motivated to develop your career in emergency nursing and enjoys working in a fast-paced clinical environment.
You Will Bring
- A willingness and motivation to learn and develop specialist emergency nursing skills.
- The ability to remain calm, focused and effective during periods of high activity, competing priorities and critical incidents.
- A commitment to safe, evidence-based and patient-centred care.
- The ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a supportive team culture.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and clinical learning.
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) through AHPRA.
- Demonstrated nursing skills, knowledge, and ability with a minimum of 1 years’ experience in an acute hospital setting
You will be supported by a highly experienced and approachable management and education team throughout your transition into emergency nursing.
Why join us?
✅ 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.*
✅Strong clinical leadership and supportive management.
✅A dedicated education team and Clinical Nurse Educators.
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance.
✅Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
✅Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 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.
✅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
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
Important Information
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.
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.
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.
This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
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