Use your expertise in wound care and referral management to support the East Maitland Community.
Remuneration
: $***** - $***** per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location
: East Maitland Community Health Service
Employment Type
: Temporary Part Time until January ****.
Position Classification
: Registered Nurse
Requisition ID
: REQ******
Applications Close
: Thursday, 12
th
March ****.
About the role:
The Community Registered Nurse will deliver high-quality, in-home nursing care to clients across the Maitland region.
On any given day, you will be responding to referrals from GPs, hospitals, or self-referring patients, providing wound care management, conducting clinical assessments, and liaising with clients, carers, families, and other healthcare providers.
You will identify clients' needs, coordinate additional referrals when required, and ensure safe, evidence-based care is delivered in the community setting.
You won't be working alone.
You will be supported by the Nurse Manager and Nurse Unit Manager, as well as the on-site administrative team.
Structured orientation will be provided, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and team support are actively encouraged.
You'll join a proactive, supportive, and agile team that values independent practice, professional growth, and staff wellbeing.
Where you'll be working:
The East Maitland Community Health service provides a high standard of nursing health care outcomes across the Maitland and Dungog local government areas.
The team works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team including allied health, administration, and medical.
Maitland is a vibrant region rich in heritage, culture, and natural beauty, offering a range of attractions from museums and local vineyards to pristine waterways and beaches.
Within a *****-minute drive, you can explore the beach, vineyards, Lake Macquarie, and the local airport,



while the welcoming community offers plenty of opportunities to connect.
Located just two hours north of Sydney, Maitland is a perfect blend of rural charm and easy access to urban conveniences.
Requirements:
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Benefits:
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Collaborative team environment
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Ongoing training and support
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Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
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4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
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Salary packaging options
- up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
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Fitness Passport
for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
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Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
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Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
1️⃣ An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part-time vacancies.
2️⃣ To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia.
Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
3️⃣ We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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Or Natasha Parkin | ******.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
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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
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for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
This is a Category A position.
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD****_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific 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 HNELHD 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.
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HNE 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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