Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification:Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration:$37.83 - $41.10 + 12% super + salary packaging + incentives
Hours per week: 16
Requisition ID:REQ698800
Location:Tamworth Hospital
Closing Date:Sunday 25th October 2026

About the role
Tamworth Hospital is seeking experienced and passionate Enrolled Nurses to join our Perioperative Service within the Day Surgery Unit (DSU).

As an Enrolled Nurse within the Day Surgery Unit, you will work collaboratively with patients, carers and the multidisciplinary healthcare team. You will contribute to the delivery of person-centred care and support the smooth and effective operation of the service. You will be encouraged to bring your skills, enthusiasm and innovative approach to improving the patient experience and the delivery of care.

About Tamworth Hospital
Tamworth Hospital is one of the largest regional hospitals in the Current England region and is a major rural referral hospital providing a broad range of health services to the North West area of NSW.

The hospital underwent a $220 million acute services redevelopment, with the new facilities opening in 2015. The redevelopment has provided modern, state-of-the-art facilities, including 348 treatment spaces and five operating theatres, where more than 8,000 surgical procedures are performed each year.

Our Perioperative Service is supported by a dedicated and experienced team who are committed to delivering high-quality care in a modern clinical environment.

About you
We are looking for an experienced Enrolled Nurse who is skilled, passionate and creative.

You will:

- Demonstrate effective communication and engage positively with patients, consumers and carers.




- Interact with others in a personable and skilled manner and contribute positively to the resolution of conflict when it arises.
- Provide safe, compassionate and culturally responsive nursing care.
- Demonstrate an understanding of, and actively participate in, risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement activities.

You will be supported by the Perioperative Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Educator and Team Leader, who will work with you to support your transition into the service and ongoing professional development.

- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.
- Experience as an Enrolled Nurse in a relevant clinical environment.

Live and work in Tamworth
? A vibrant community and the title of Country Music Capital of Australia
? Quality and diverse educational facilities
? More than 150 sporting teams and opportunities to get involved in the community
? Easy access to surrounding historic towns and villages
✈️ A convenient location midway between Sydney and Brisbane, with daily flights
☕ A growing local café and food culture

Why join us?
✅You may berewarded with up to $10,000in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under theRural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*




✅ Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
✅Sustainable Healthcare:Together towards zero
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity 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

Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Ian McDougall on *****@health.nsw.gov.au

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Additional Information
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 basisin accordance withthe terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you maybe requiredto repay aportionof the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit theRural Health Workforce Incentive

📌 Perioperative Enrolled Nurse – Day Surgery (Tamworth)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Tamworth