Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered

• Be rewarded with up to $20,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
• PLUS, Relocation benefits and family travel assistance
• We can offer limited staff accommodation in a shared residence (3 private, ensuite rooms with shared kitchen/living) and assistance in sourcing local rental options or short-term units.
• We support and encourage ongoing professional development for all of our Nurses - Postgraduate nursing and midwifery scholarships
• Regular support from a CNE based in Gunnedah, with ongoing upskilling opportunities provided by the HNE Education team and the Nursing and Midwifery Directorate
• The Welcome Experience – supporting your move
• 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 

What You’ll Be Doing

Step into a dynamic rural nursing role where no two days are the same. As a Registered Nurse at Wee Waa Community Hospital, you’ll primarily work in an Emergency Department-style setting, seeing everything from walk-in outpatients to triage presentations. You’ll need to think critically, act independently, and make sound clinical judgements.

This is an autonomous, meaningful, and hands-on nursing role for those looking to make a real difference in a tight-knit community. It’s ideally suited to nurses with ED experience, triage and/or ALS skills, but ongoing education and support are provided, including visits from a Clinical Nurse Educator based in Gunnedah and additional upskilling opportunities via the HNE Education team and Nursing and Midwifery Directorate.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide front-line care in an ED-style environment (including wound care, triage, emergency response)
• Exercise sound clinical and situational judgment without a doctor on site
• Liaise with the virtual ED medical team for patient management
• Support junior staff and contribute to clinical education
• Engage with the local community in a culturally respectful and meaningful way

Why You’ll Love Wee Waa

Nicknamed the Cotton Capital of Australia, Wee Waa is a welcoming, down-to-earth country town with a big heart and an even bigger sense of community. This is the kind of place where neighbours stop for a chat, kids ride their bikes freely, and Friday night at the Bowling Club is where everyone gathers to share a meal and a laugh.

In Wee Waa, life moves at a gentler pace, and everything you need is within arm’s reach, without the stress or cost of city living.

Locals love Wee Waa for:

• Convenience without the chaos: A well-stocked IGA, great local cafés, and everything you need for day-to-day life, with Narrabri only 25 minutes away for extras
• Great local facilities: Freshly refurbished swimming pool, tennis courts, showgrounds, and a bowling club serving up some of the best Chinese food in the region (yes, really!)
• Perfect for families: Five schooling options including public, Catholic, and Christian schools, plus a strong community focus on sport, volunteering, and inclusion
• Outdoor adventure on your doorstep: Camping at Barwon Junction, hiking in the Pilliga Forest, horse riding with the local Pony Club, and family outings to the CSIRO Telescopes or nearby artesian hot springs
• A real community spirit: From the Wee Waa Show in August to the local museum’s Big Breakfast and bustling Friday night raffles, you’ll always feel part of something special
• A lower cost of living and more space to breathe: Affordable rentals, wide open spaces, and the kind of peace and quiet that makes it easy to unwind after a busy shift

Whether you're into fishing, footy, photography, or just making real human connections, Wee Waa gives you the space, support, and scenery to enjoy it all.

If you’re ready to ditch the city hustle and enjoy a role where your work has a tangible impact, Wee Waa will welcome you with open arms.

Who You Are

• AHPRA-registered Registered Nurse
• Confident in your clinical autonomy and decision-making
• Ideally, experience in ED/urgent care settings and/or triage (or willing to work toward this)
• Flexible, community-minded, and able to adapt to rural health challenges
• Looking for purpose, balance, and a new adventure in regional NSW

Ready to Make the Move?

Whether you’re seeking a career reset, a place to raise your kids, or an opportunity to practice nursing the way it was meant to be, Wee Waa is waiting for you.

Apply now or contact us to discuss flexible rostering, living arrangements or transitioning from metropolitan practice to rural care.

Help us build a strong rural workforce,  and discover what life looks like when you trade traffic for open skies and a real sense of purpose.


Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Julie Kirk on Julie.Kirk1@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 
* 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 HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. 

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.  

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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au 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. 

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 

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