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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time, Casual Opportunities available

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour Superannuation Salary Packaging Rural Incentives

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ699822

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis

About our team

Tamworth is located the Current England Region of NSW and is famous for its country music festival held in January. Tamworth boasts excellent sporting facilities with many major sporting events held in the region, and is only a short distance from the spectacular national parks surrounding Armidale.

Tamworth is surrounded by wonderful small towns such as Nundle - Barraba - Manilla who boast quaint pubs and boutique shopping.

Surgical 1 - General Surgery:

The Surgical 1 team is a culturally diverse team brimming with life and enthusiasm for providing patient centred care. Our 31-bed unit sees a wide variety of patients with complex care needs, meaning no two days are the same for those who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, we are a culturally diverse team that is open and friendly. The team is focusing on organising more ward social engagements throughout the year such as Ugly Jumper Christmas in July dinner.

Surgical 2 - Orthopaedic:

Surgical 2 is a 26 bed Surgical unit, providing patient centred care to a large and complex variety of patients including Trauma patients, elective orthopaedic procedures and complex medical patients. Surgical 2 works on a 7 day rotating roster offering 12-hour shifts while being supported with a wonderful CNE, Orthopaedic CNC, and 2 CNS's.

About the role

Surgical 1 - Gen Surgery:

As a nurse on Surgical 1 you are responsible for providing high level of day to day nursing care to our patients. Our patients often have numerous attachments that may require you to undertake local accreditation in, in which we are happy to support your learnings. Due to the complexity of our patients no two days are the same, and there is always something new to learn. Patients are allocated individually but you are allocated a shift buddy each shift to support your learning and growth.

Surgical 2 - Orthopaedics:

On any given day, you will be providing patient centred care by managing patients in the post-operative phase,



attending to medications and activities of daily living. This would include assisting with mobility and progression post-surgical procedures or post trauma. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure best discharge outcomes for patients.

What you can expect

You will be supported in the role by your NUM, Clinical leaders and Education team. You will be provided with a comprehensive orientation to the service and facility. There are many career pathways and opportunities to develop in your role, including various scholarships and facility professional development.

Specialised clinical experience & skill development Gain experience caring for patients across a broad range of general surgical conditions, strengthening your clinical knowledge while developing practical skills in wound and stoma care. You will also gain hands-on experience managing a variety of surgical attachments, including drains, PCAs, and complex post-operative care, within a fast-paced surgical ward.

Dedicated education & on-the-floor support Work alongside a clinical nurse educator who provides ongoing support through regular in-services and bedside teaching to build confidence and competence.

Supportive and inclusive team environment Be part of a friendly, welcoming team with a diverse mix of ages, backgrounds, and cultures, with opportunities to connect through social events outside of work.

Career development & progression opportunities Build a strong foundation in surgical nursing with opportunities to progress your career through supported professional growth pathways within the surgical specialty.

About you

We are looking for nurses who are able to work well within the multidisciplinary environment. Our new Registered Nurse will display a willingness to learn new skills and in turn assist other staff, as well as a willingness to grow and develop in their profession.

You will have clear and effective communication skills with both patients and other staff, and previous surgical nursing experience will be highly regarded.

Essential Requirements





Hold Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA 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.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

You may be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*

The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your current community A welcoming and supportive team culture where nurses are valued, respected and encouraged to grow.

Exposure to a diverse range of acute and complex medical presentations, providing excellent opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge and skills.

Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)

Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families

ADO's each month (for full-time employees)

6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses $2.6k meal & entertainment Novated leasing.

Fitness Passport - for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

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Find out more about applying for this position. For role related enquiries contact Rebecca Mitchell on [email protected]

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 basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agr

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