Emergency Department Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking for a supportive team, stunning location, and an opportunity to grow your career? Quirindi Health Service invites you to join a vibrant and patient‑focused environment where your skills and passion will truly make a difference.

Remuneration : $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging

Location : Quirindi Community Hospital

Employment Type : Permanent Full Time (multiple opportunities)

Position Classification : Registered Nurse

Hours Per Week : 38

Requisition ID : REQ617937

Applications Close : Sunday 9th November 2025

‘Why Quirindi is a great place to work? Quirindi ED is a great place to work if you want to feel autonomy within your role and use a wide range of nursing skills. No two days are ever the same, the community is diverse and always lovely to care for and most importantly the team is fun, bright and full of support.’ – Holly (Emergency Department Registered Nurse)

Where you’ll be working :

Nestled in the scenic Liverpool Plains, Quirindi—affectionately known as the “nest in the hills”—is surrounded by breathtaking sunflower fields and rolling countryside, just under an hour from Tamworth. The Quirindi Health Service comprises :

• Quirindi Hospital – a 24 / 7 acute care facility with Emergency Department
• HealthOne Quirindi – a co‑located General Practice and Community Health service

Together, we provide coordinated, patient‑centred care across a wide spectrum of health needs for a tight‑knit rural community. You’ll work in a team led by Health Service Manager Jodie Martin, who fosters a culture of inclusion, fun, and support. Our social club, quirky scrub days, and regular get‑togethers are just part of our positive workplace culture.

About the role :

We are seeking Registered Nurses to deliver high‑quality, culturally sensitive care across both physical and mental health presentations. You will :

This is an excellent opportunity for nurses at any stage of their career—whether you’re early‑career looking to build rural experience, mid‑career ready to broaden your scope, or seeking a balanced lifestyle to support your personal commitments.

About you :

You are a compassionate clinician who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care :

Requirements :

What we can offer you :

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.

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For role related queries or questions contact Jodie Martin at Jodie.Martin@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information :

Based on a minimum 18‑month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part‑time and contract employees will be made on a pro‑rated basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note : if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. 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.

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. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‑free application process.

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.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.

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