Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

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- connecting people to better health.

Remuneration: $40.89 - $56.74 per hour +Superannuation + Salary Packaging Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Hours per week: 24 hours per week Position Classification: Registered Nurse Located in: Tamworth Community Health Service Requisition ID: REQ Applications Close: Wednesday, 22nd July 2026 Join the Planned Care for Better Health team and use your nursing expertise to support people with complex health needs, improve health outcomes, and help reduce avoidable hospital presentations.

As a Registered Nurse within the Planned Care for Better Health Program, you will support consumers across the New England North West region by identifying those at risk of frequent emergency department presentations or hospitalisations.

Through comprehensive file reviews, early intervention strategies, and effective care coordination, you will connect consumers with appropriate services to support their ongoing health and wellbeing. Working collaboratively with healthcare providers and community services, you will promote consumer independence, support self‑management of chronic and complex health conditions, and help ensure people receive the right care at the right time. This predominantly office‑based role provides the opportunity to apply your clinical knowledge, assessment skills, and nursing expertise in a proactive healthcare environment focused on improving outcomes for the community.

What You Will Bring

We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with strong communication skills, excellent organisational ability, and a passion for improving healthcare access and outcomes. You will bring: Current Authority to Practise as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA Strong communication and networking skills Ability to build effective relationships with consumers, healthcare providers, and community services Sound clinical judgement,



problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail Confidence using digital health systems, including SDPR Ability to work collaboratively while managing priorities independently What

This Role Offers Opportunity to contribute to a leading hospital avoidance program Supportive team environment with hands‑on guidance from experienced colleagues Regular monthly case conferences and professional collaboration A role focused on improving community health outcomes without routine patient‑facing duties Access to NSW Health employee benefits and entitlements Join Our Team At Hunter

Current 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: The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 4 weeks annual leave (pro‑ratio for part‑time employees) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)

- giving you the prospect for true Worklife balance

Salary packaging options

- up to $11,600 plus novated leasing

Fitness Passportfor health and well‑being

- discounted gym options for you and your family

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

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 ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part‑time vacancies. 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 Current 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.

Information for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.

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.

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.

This is a Category A position.

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