Join our caring and collaborative Specialist Palliative Care Service in Armidale - a team committed to delivering comfort, dignity, and expert clinical care to patients and families navigating life-limiting illness.
Employment Type: Permanent and Temporary Opportunities until September 2027
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 Per Hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours per week: Up to 38
Location: Armidale
Requisition ID: REQ663430
Applications Close: Thursday, 25th June 2026
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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 Service & Location
Based in the heart of Armidale, you’ll be part of the New England Northwest Specialist Palliative Care Service, providing care in clients’ homes and community settings. Nestled within a picturesque rural landscape, Armidale offers the ideal balance of a relaxed lifestyle and professional fulfilment. Enjoy four distinct seasons, World Heritage national parks, a vibrant arts and cultural scene, a university community, and a strong sense of connection.
Our multidisciplinary service includes Registered Nurses, a Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Dietitian, and Palliative Care Medical Officer, supported by Clinical Nurse Consultants and a Community Health Nurse Educator. Together, we ensure clients and families receive holistic, person-centred care that honours their preferences, values, and quality of life.
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse, you will provide complex, specialised nursing care to clients and families living with life-limiting illness. Your role will involve:
- Conducting home visits and comprehensive holistic assessments
- Providing symptom management, emotional support, and education
- Coordinating care with GPs, allied health, and specialist teams
- Advocating for patients and families to ensure individualised, person-centred care
You’ll work autonomously while being fully supported by a skilled and compassionate team, giving you the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of your patients and their families. You won’t be alone in this role! You will receive an orientation and ongoing support from the team, access to specialist palliative care education and professional development opportunities, and mentorship and guidance from experienced leaders.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome experienced palliative care nurses as well as those new to the specialty who bring empathy, curiosity, and a willingness to grow. You’ll need:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Experience in palliative care or a strong willingness to learn
- Excellent communication and emotional intelligence
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Confidence in clinical decision-making and patient advocacy
- Commitment to person-centred, culturally respectful care
- A demonstrated understanding of the issues relating to providing palliative nursing care to clients with life limiting illnesses and their families/carers.
Why Join Us?
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
The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources
️ Proximity to shopping and other services
️ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
️Deliver compassionate, person-centred care in a regional community
Access ongoing education, training, and mentorship
Enjoy the balance of professional fulfilment and rural lifestyle
Make a real, lasting difference in the lives of patients and families
Ready to make a difference?
Join the Community Palliative Care team in Armidale and help us deliver compassionate, holistic care where it matters most - at home, and in the heart of our community.
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For role related queries or questions contact David Percival on [email protected]
Information for Applicants:
✅ 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.
✅ If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
Additional Information:
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 [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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