Registered Nurse - Targeted
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 per annum + 12% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Manning Base Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ606012
Applications Close: Sunday, 12th October 2025
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
Where you’ll be working:
Discover the charm of Taree, nestled in the heart of the Manning Valley, just three hours north of Sydney. Set along the scenic Manning River, Taree offers the perfect balance of lifestyle and opportunity. The river is central to life here, inspiring a wealth of recreational activities—fishing, sailing, rowing, and boating—as well as supporting a thriving oyster industry.
With a welcoming community of more than 25,000 people, Taree is both a popular tourist destination and a wonderful place to call home. Whether you’re seeking affordable housing, luxury living, or simply a slower pace surrounded by natural beauty, the Lower Mid North Coast provides the ideal backdrop for work, life, and family.
About the role:
Join us on Level 5, a 27-bed medical ward providing care for a wide variety of conditions, including cardiac, respiratory, renal, neurovascular, neurological, detox, mental health, and palliative care.
We’re proud of our team’s commitment to Excellence in Person-Centred Care, underpinned by a supportive, inclusive culture that values balance and wellbeing. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills while making a real difference in patients’ lives every day.
About you:
You are a compassionate, motivated clinician who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. You’ll bring:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
- Flexibility to participate in a 7-day rotating roster, including all shifts across the week.
- A strong foundation in evidence-based practice and the ability to apply critical thinking in patient care.
- Effective time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing workloads in a complex clinical setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're 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
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated lease
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Colin Keen on Colin.Keen@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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.
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.
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.
Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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