More than a job—be the difference in rural healthcare
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Until May 2028
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $36.72 - $39.91 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 23
Requisition ID: REQ667362
Location: Boggabilla Community Health
Applications close: Wednesday, 10th June 2026
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.
Are you an Enrolled Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a rural community? Boggabilla Community Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse to join our small, supportive team in a unique and culturally diverse remote setting.
About the Opportunity
Boggabilla Clinic is a nurse-led, community-based health facility located approximately 120 km from Moree and just 10 km from the Queensland border. As the most remote site within HNE LHD, this role offers a rare opportunity to deliver meaningful, patient-centred care in a close-knit rural community. Working alongside a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 and Registered Nurses, you will play a vital role in providing safe, high-quality care while supporting the coordination of services across a broad multidisciplinary network. Operating within a unique cross-border healthcare environment, this position requires strong collaboration with key partners, including Aboriginal Medical Services, hospitals, emergency services, allied health providers, and community organisations.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams across NSW and Queensland
- Support care coordination to enhance patient outcomes and continuity of care
- Assist in organising and coordinating visiting healthcare and allied health services
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with policies and regulatory requirements
- Contribute to efficient clinic operations, including administrative and appointment management tasks
About You
- Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage respectfully with diverse communities
- Proven organisational and time management abilities
- Experience in, or willingness to undertake, administrative responsibilities within a clinical setting
- Ability to work collaboratively within a small, multidisciplinary team
- A flexible and adaptable approach to rural and remote healthcare delivery
The Perks
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
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
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For role related queries or questions contact Lee Clissold 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.
✅ 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.
✅ An eligibility list will be created for future temporary 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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