Rural Nursing, Real Impact, Rewarding Career
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Casual Opportunities available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 + Super + Salary + Incentives
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ683448
Closing Date: Sunday, 23rd August 2026
About the Role
Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Registered Nurse to join the team at Barraba Multipurpose Service. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a supportive rural healthcare environment while delivering high-quality, person-centred care across a diverse range of clinical settings.
Barraba Multipurpose Service is a small rural healthcare facility within Hunter New England Local Health District, providing integrated healthcare services to the local community. Services include:
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Acute inpatient care
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Emergency care
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Residential aged care
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Community health services
The facility offers a supportive and collaborative workplace culture where staff are valued and encouraged to develop professionally while delivering essential healthcare services to the residents of Barraba and surrounding communities.
As a Registered Nurse, you will provide safe, evidence-based nursing care across acute care, emergency presentations, residential aged care, and community health services. You will play an integral role in supporting patients, residents, and families while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver comprehensive nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans
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Administer medications and treatments safely and effectively in accordance with NSW Health policies and clinical standards
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Respond appropriately to clinical deterioration and emergency situations
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Provide compassionate, person-centred care to patients, residents, and their families
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Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and electronic health records
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Work collaboratively with medical, allied health, and support staff within a multidisciplinary team
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Supervise and support Enrolled Nurses (ENs) and Assistants in Nursing (AINs) where appropriate
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Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and accreditation activities
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Promote the values, standards, and professional expectations of NSW Health and HNELHD
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Demonstrate adaptability and autonomy while working in a rural healthcare setting
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
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Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
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Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
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Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous improvement
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Flexibility and adaptability in a rural healthcare environment
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Sound knowledge of infection prevention, medication safety, and clinical documentation standards
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:
Be rewarded with up to $20,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
PLUS, Relocation benefits and family travel assistance
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Access to The Welcome Experience for any employee moving into the LHD for work
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Ongoing education and professional development opportunities
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Supportive team environment
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Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
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4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
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Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
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Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
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Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
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Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
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 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 [email protected].
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