Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $65,692.82 - $92,236.06 Per Annum + Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ324834

About the role:
Wilson Memorial Hospital in Murrurundi is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with the ability to work as the sole RN in charge of the Emergency Department and small subacute general ward. We have a fair and equitable roster and our successful applicant's shifts will be rotating shifts working closely with an Enrolled Nurse (EN). Your responsibilities will also include assisting and maintaining clinical audits.

Murrurundi has a close knit team that works cohesively together. We are supported by a Clinical Nurse Educator onsite and also have support via telehealth portals. You will be supported by the Health Service Manager and the rest of the nursing team. We have a close team of HealthShare staff as well onsite. Education and training is encouraged and also have the ability to gain further education via telehealth. Within our sector, there can also be opportunity given to work at other hospitals if required. Allowances may be available for eligible candidates, including accommodation and meal allowances.

Where you'll be working:
Murrurundi is a small team with a very good team spirit, where shifts consist of 1 Registered Nurse and 1 Enrolled Nurse. You will work as the sole RN and be in charge of the Emergency Department and the small subacute general ward. Murrurundi is situated in the Upper Hunter Valley of NSW. It is surrounded by beautiful mountains and valleys. Murrurundi is renowned for beautiful art galleries and its close community feel. Murrurundi is situated a 1 hour drive from Tamworth on the New England Highway and is an easy 3 hour drive to Newcastle. 


About you:
You are a highly motivated Registered Nurse and a good team player who is willing to support and assist our ENs. You are willing to adjust when the need arises and willing to share your knowledge to support others. You will also be willing and capable of working as the sole Registered Nurse and have outstanding communication skills. If you are motivated, eager and passionate about providing excellent patient centred care this could be the opportunity for you!

What we can offer you:
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Sustainable Healthcare:  Proximity to shopping and other services ADO's each month (for full time employees) 4 weeks annual leave each year (pro-rata for part time employees) Superannuation contributions Salary packaging options Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Job share/part time arrangements will be considered.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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.

All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. Please provide proof of booster vaccination if available.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases
If you are applying for a Category ‘A’ position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directive PD2018_009. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy

Selection Criteria
Please address the selection criteria for this position as thoroughly as possible so your application can be considered for the role. 
Candidates will be assessed against the Essential Requirements and Selection Criteria for this position. Please ensure you read the position description (link in advertisement below) prior to submitting an application. Candidates invited to interview will need to bring originals of qualifications or licenses required for the position for sighting by the panel.

Salary Packaging
Salary packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health staff. You can potentially salary package a range of your personal expenses including but not limited to novated motor vehicle lease, relocation expenses and HECS/HELP debt.

Applications Close: 8^th August 2022