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Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse Remuneration: $37.83 - $41.10 + Per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging + Incentives Hours Per Week: 20 Requisition ID: REQ682905 Applications Close: Monday, 10th August 2026

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 New 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.

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an Enrolled Nurse with an interest in foot health to join the Moree Community Health team as a Foot Care Nurse. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment alongside nursing, allied health and visiting podiatry services, you will play an important role in promoting foot health, comfort and wellbeing across the community. This rewarding position focuses on providing preventative foot care services, particularly for older people, while supporting health promotion and early intervention initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work autonomously while benefiting from ongoing professional support, including mentoring, shadowing with the current Foot Care Nurse, education sessions with visiting podiatrists, and placement opportunities with established foot care teams at other sites.

About the Role

Working within your scope of practice, you will deliver a range of preventative foot care services, including:

Cutting and filing non-pathological toenails (including minor, asymptomatic onychomycosis)

Removal of superficial or asymptomatic callus and debris from interdigital areas

Providing foot hygiene care

Applying moisturising agents

Educating clients on foot health, preventative care strategies, and appropriate footwear selection

About You

You are a compassionate and self-motivated Enrolled Nurse who enjoys supporting people to maintain their independence and wellbeing within a community setting.

You will bring:

Current registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse

Completion of an accredited face-to-face Basic Foot Care course (minimum one day, including skills and competency assessment), or a willingness to undertake the required training

Completion of aseptic technique training

The ability to work independently and effectively manage your workload

A genuine interest in working with older people and promoting preventative health

Previous experience as a Foot Care Nurse or completion of relevant foot care training (desirable)

Make a meaningful difference in your community by helping people stay active, comfortable and confident through preventative foot care!

The Perks 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:

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 Experienceto help you settle into your new community 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

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*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 agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact .

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.

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 for confidential support.

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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.

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 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.

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