Bring your emergency nursing skills to a supportive rural team where no two days are the same.
Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time and Casual Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Incentives Offered
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ684397
Location: Scone Hospital
Closing Date: Sunday, 30th August 2026
About the Opportunity
Scone is a picturesque rural hospital offering the services and amenities of a larger facility while providing the close-knit atmosphere of a rural community. Scone Hospital has a mixed medical/surgical ward, operating theatre, maternity unit, Emergency Department and onsite medical imaging, providing opportunities to broaden your clinical skills across a diverse range of presentations. Located just over three hours north of Sydney, Scone is within easy reach of Newcastle, Maitland and the Central Coast, with Tamworth and Armidale to the north and a stunning rural landscape to explore.
You'll join a diverse team with a broad range of skills and strengths and opportunities to develop your career. The successful applicant will be supported by an onsite Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) and Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), with a supported orientation and opportunities to upskill through further education and training.
As a Registered Nurse within the Emergency Department, you will provide safe, high-quality and person-centred care to patients presenting with a diverse range of clinical needs.
Working within your scope of practice and as part of a supportive team, you will:
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Undertake the triage and assessment of patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
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Provide timely and effective emergency nursing care and treatment.
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Recognise and respond appropriately to deteriorating patients.
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Manage patient care throughout their Emergency Department journey.
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Facilitate appropriate discharge, transfer or admission processes.
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Work collaboratively with Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing, Student Nurses, medical staff and the broader multidisciplinary team.
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Provide support to the inpatient ward and other areas of the facility when required.
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Assist across other departments during periods of lower Emergency Department activity.
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Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to safe, effective patient care.
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Participate in ongoing education, professional development and competency programs.
This role provides an excellent opportunity to work across a rural hospital environment while developing and maintaining your emergency nursing skills.
Our ideal candidate is an experienced and confident Emergency Registered Nurse who enjoys working in a dynamic rural environment and is committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
You will have a minimum of 12 months' clinical nursing experience and demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while managing a varied emergency patient load.
The successful candidate will ideally bring:
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Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
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Experience working within an Emergency Department.
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Emergency nursing qualifications or demonstrated emergency nursing experience.
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Experience in triage and the application of ECAT protocols.
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Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) skills.
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Sound clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
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The ability to recognise and respond to deteriorating patients.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to the wider team.
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A willingness to undertake further education, training and competency development.
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A flexible approach and willingness to support other areas of the hospital when required.
You'll be joining a team committed to supporting your professional development and helping you build your confidence in rural emergency nursing.
You will receive:
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A supported orientation period.
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Ongoing support from an onsite Clinical Nurse Educator and Nurse Unit Manager.
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Opportunities for further clinical training and professional development.
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Support to undertake relevant study and transition programs.
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The opportunity to broaden your clinical skills across Emergency, medical/surgical and other areas of the hospital.
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A collaborative and supportive rural team environment.
We understand that relocating to a rural community can come with its own challenges. Scone Hospital has onsite shared accommodation available, which can be rented for a short period while you secure more suitable long-term accommodation.
✅ 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.*
✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅ 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
✅ The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
Additional Information
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 full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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
[email protected] for confidential support.
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For role related queries or questions contact Nikki Whyburn on [email protected]
Information for Applicants:
- 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].
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. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via
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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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