Job description

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until May 2027 Position Classification: Registered Nurse Hours Per Week: 24 hours per week Located in: Gunnedah District Hospital Requisition ID: REQ678012 Application close date: Monday 20th July 2026

Located in the heart of the community, Gunnedah District Hospital offers a supportive and welcoming environment where staff work together to deliver exceptional care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.

About The Opportunity

Gunnedah District Hospital is a modern rural facility delivering high-quality healthcare services in a supportive and collaborative environment.

An opportunity exists for an experienced Registered Nurse to join our inpatient unit caring for medical, aged care, occasional surgical and palliative care patients. Working within a friendly multidisciplinary team, you will provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care while contributing to positive patient outcomes.

As a Registered Nurse, you will deliver evidence-based care within your scope of practice, demonstrate sound clinical judgement, and confidently work both independently and as part of a team. Ongoing support is available through our Clinical Nurse Educator program, helping you continue to grow and develop professionally.

About You

You are a compassionate, adaptable and reliable Registered Nurse who thrives in a supportive team environment. You bring strong communication skills, clinical confidence and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

You will also demonstrate:

Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse

Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team

Strong clinical reasoning, critical thinking and evidence-based practice

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Good time management and ability to prioritise competing demands in a complex environment

Computer literacy, including electronic medical records and email systems

Flexibility, reliability and a strong team-focused approach

This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern inpatient unit that values teamwork, compassion and professional growth while delivering meaningful patient-centred care.

Benefits At 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:

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 Passport for 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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Additional information:

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.

Job share - part time arrangements will be considered.

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.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https:--bit.ly-3vL5fq2

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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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