Community Registered Nurse - Commonwealth Home Support Program
Make a real impact at HealthOne Quirindi, join our team as a Community Registered Nurse, and provide vital wound care and community nursing services to CHSP clients in a supportive, rural setting!
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 Per Annum + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ561210
Location: Quirindi Community Health Service
Closing: Monday, 21st April 2025
What We Offer
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
- The chance to work within an integrated healthcare model that prioritises collaboration and patient outcomes.
- The opportunity to enhance your career in a rural community health setting.
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees).
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees).
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance.
- 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.
HealthOne Quirindi is seeking a passionate Community Registered Nurse to provide essential nursing services, with a primary focus on wound management, for eligible Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) clients in Quirindi and the surrounding areas. This role offers the opportunity to work within a combined clinic-based model and home visiting service, ensuring the best outcomes for community patients. As part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you’ll be delivering patient-centred, comprehensive care while enjoying a supportive and friendly work environment.
Nestled in the beautiful Liverpool Plains, Quirindi is known as the ‘nest in the hills,’ offering a peaceful, welcoming lifestyle with stunning landscapes, rolling green pastures, and vibrant sunflower fields. Located less than an hour from Tamworth, it’s the perfect place to enjoy rural life while making a meaningful impact.
You'll receive full orientation to the service, specific clinical pathways, and ongoing support from the Tamworth Community Health Wound Management Nurse Practitioner, who provides additional guidance for complex cases and outreach clinics.
What You'll Bring
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Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
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Experience in community nursing and wound management.
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Ability to work both independently and within a team.
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Strong commitment to patient-centred care and health promotion.
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
At HealthOne Quirindi, we believe in fostering a warm and inclusive environment where both our clients and team members feel valued and supported. If you thrive on building meaningful connections, advocating for those in need, and working within a team that shares your passion for helping others – we’d love to hear from you!
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role-related queries or questions contact Michelle Gallagher on Michelle.Gallagher@health.nsw.gov.au.
Information for Applicants:
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.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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
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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.
