Bring Your Skills to the Heart of Community Care
Remuneration: $72,825.63 - $79,134.02 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38hrs per week
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Requisition ID: REQ666479
Closing Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026
Tentative interview date: Monday 15th June
We are seeking a dedicated Enrolled Nurse (EN) to join our small and supportive Community Nursing Team at Inverell Community Health.
This rewarding role provides care across the local community, including Delungra, Ashford and Tingha.
Everything You Need to Know
As an Enrolled Nurse in Community Health, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to clients in their homes and community settings.
Key responsibilities include:
- Wound assessment and management
- Medication administration
- Catheter care and catheter changes
- Basic foot care services
- Supporting clients to maintain independence and wellbeing
- Advocating for patients’ individual needs
Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
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We are looking for an EN who is:
- Highly organised with excellent time management skills
- Able to work independently while contributing positively to a small team
- A strong patient advocate with a compassionate approach to care
- Knowledgeable or willing to develop an understanding of My Aged Care
- Committed to providing safe, respectful and high-quality community nursing services
- Qualifications in Wound Care and Footcare (or willingness to work towards) will be highly valued
- A valid NSW unrestricted Drivers License (essential)
You will be supported in this role by:
- A welcoming and experienced Community Nursing Team
- Ongoing guidance and leadership from the Nurse Unit Manager
- Ongoing opportunities within HNE Health
- Increase your take home pay with Salary Packaging options
- Discounted gym options with Fitness Passport
- Access to Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing
If you are passionate about community nursing and enjoy working closely with patients to support their health and independence, we would love to hear from you.
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For role related queries or questions contact Belinda Robinson on [email protected]
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
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.
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.
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
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or 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
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
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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