Enrolled Nurse - Medical and Palliative Care - Incentives Offered

NSW Health

  • Taree, NSW
  • $31.84-34.60 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
It’s a great time to join Hunter New England Local Health District. Apply now for one of our eligible regional and rural positions. You could benefit under the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme!Remuneration: $31.84 - $34.60 per hour + super + incentives
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Location: Manning Hospital
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ481374
Applications close: Sunday, 28th February 2024Where you'll be working:
  • Manning Base Hospital is a great place to work because we offer a supportive and collaborative environment, exceptional benefits, and a variety of career opportunities.
  • Our staff is the heart and soul of our hospital, and we are dedicated to providing a positive and rewarding work experience.
  • Great job security, competitive salaries, and an excellent work-life balance.
  • Manning Base Hospital serves the local communities of Taree, Forster, Tuncurry and the surrounding districts and has undergone significant redevelopment following a $140 million investment with a further $40M planned.
  • Manning Base Hospital has 180 beds with all the specialities you would expect of a Rural Hospital, providing you with a diverse mix of elective and emergency cases with support from our tertiary centre (John Hunter Hospital).
About Taree:
Imagine a charming town nestled by the banks of a picturesque river - that's Taree! It's the buzzing hub of the Manning Valley, perfect for launching adventures into the stunning Barrington Coast. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or a foodie explorer, Taree has got you covered with top-notch accommodation, restaurants, farmer's markets and activities galore. Plus, you're never too far from the awe-inspiring beauty of nature.About the role:
  • We have 6 dedicated Palliative Care beds located on Level 6 which is a 20-bed mixed Medical and Palliative Care ward.
  • In this role you will work as part of a team providing holistic nursing care to our patients and supporting their families.
  • Assess patient's health and care needs as well as develop and implement care plans.
  • Collaborate with the Multidisciplinary Team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
  • The successful applicants will be supported by the CNE and NUM. You will also have access to an after-hours CNE.
  • There are many opportunities for education both face-to-face and online. We provide a dedicated education hour each day for staff to take advantage of.
Requirements:
  • Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
Benefits:
  • Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
  • 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
  • Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees)
  • Superannuation contributions 11%
- Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing. * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  • Working for a highly regarded public health facility, where supporting the local community is at the forefront of our business strategy.
Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme:
This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following*:
  • Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12-months
  • Retention incentive of up to $5,000 thereafter annually
  • PLUS 3 months accommodation assistance (e.g. reimbursement of rent payments or payments for commercial accommodation)
*All payments and reimbursements made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis.Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11% superannuation.Other forms of payment/package options (where you are eligible) need to be negotiated with the Convenor and may include**:
  • Additional annual professional development days (up to 5 more per year)
  • Additional personal leave (up to 5 more per year)
  • Computer/internet reimbursement (e.g. laptop, wi-fi costs)
  • Return airfare to and from your work base (or equivalent motor vehicle allowance) so you can still visit family and friends
**The total value of your incentive package would remain the same. Employees are responsible for seeking independent financial advice before accepting an Attraction and Retention Incentive package as part of their offer.Transferring of incentive packages will depend on the location, position, and time served by the health worker in their current position. Eligibility to transfer existing incentive packages will be determined and approved by the health organisation. Health workers who are receiving incentive packages and are changing or moving positions should discuss the impacts with their manager or local Workforce Rural Health Incentive Team via to discuss your eligibility prior to applying if you are already receiving an incentive package.Additional information:
  • An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
  • We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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For role related queries or questions contact Donna Nicholson on Donna.Nicholson@health.nsw.gov.auInformation 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:Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: .This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.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 (AIR Immunisation History Statement) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement (IHS), or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate, or AIR COVID-19 and Influenza IHS. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD 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 via or 1300 40 25 23.HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Connect with us on and !#RuralHealthIncentives

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