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Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $33.78 - $36.70 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ650555
Location: Quirindi Community Hospital
Closing Date: Thursday 4th June 2026
Where you'll be working:
Known as the 'nest in the hills', Quirindi is located in the picturesque Liverpool Plains, less than an hours' drive from Tamworth. The town is surrounded by stunning landscapes and picture-perfect sunflower fields. Quirindi Health Service incorporates Quirindi Hospital, which is an acute hospital facility with 24hr/7day emergency department, and HealthOne Quirindi, which provides General Practice and Community Health services on site. These services all work in partnership to provide patient-centred and coordinated care to the local Liverpool Plains community.
About the role:
Quirindi Hospital is looking for Enrolled Nurses to join their wonderful team in the provision of high quality, safe, and effective nursing care to staff, patients or consumers using a person-centred approach to the Quirindi community and surrounds. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring effective delivery of quality, timely and culturally appropriate patient care to a diverse range of people with a wide variety of health issues related to physical or mental illness and/or other health challenges. The role will require a commitment to patient safety and quality in the delivery of healthcare, as well as the promotion of evidence informed practice within the ward/unit. This will be shown by: participating in the development and evaluation of clinical pathways; contributing to health care planning, practice and evaluation; and delivery of care in accordance with the National Patient Safety and Quality Standards.
The successful candidate will be provided with appropriate orientation and training, supported by the Health Service Manager, to enable them to excel in the role. Support will be provided onsite by members of the immediate work team, which may include multiple clinical professionals and inclusive of a full time Clinical Nurse Educator.
About you:
We are looking for motivated Enrolled Nurses, with experience in Emergency Nursing and/or recent experience in an Acute Care setting. You should have excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and demonstrate a capacity to work within a team. You will be open to learning experiences and view them as an opportunity to develop your skills. You will have a strong focus on patient centred care and will incorporate the principles of excellence into your work.
Requirements:
What we can offer you:
✅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
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.
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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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. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via
[email protected] 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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