Become our newest Emergency Department Registered Nurse at Armidale Hospital, where you can thrive in a supportive team that will encourage your growth whilst embracing the elegance our region has to offer.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Armidale Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ600910

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses with a passion for the best possible patient care who would like the opportunity to support the Emergency Department (ED) with their experience in the space. The Registered Nurse will be required to triage, treat and transfer patients, provide ALS, cannulation and venepunctures as required. If you enjoy the fast pace and variety that comes with Emergency Nursing, then we want to hear from you.

You won’t be working alone – you will be provided with a thorough orientation process including supernumery days and will also be supported by Clinical Nurse Educators and the Nurse Unit Manager. The team in ED are a welcoming, supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team that are ready for you to join the fold. Staff are always encouraged and supported to pursue ongoing professional development and education opportunities – if you’re looking to grow your career in a team that champions their staff development, look no further than Armidale ED.

Safe staffing levels will ensure patient care is delivered safely and effectively, with staff feeling supported to provide the best outcomes, maintain patient safety, and contribute to a positive and sustainable work environment.

Where you’ll be working:
Armidale is the main hub of the New England High Country and one of Australia’s most elegant regional locations, known for its 19th-century churches and heritage architecture. A graceful city of tree-lined streets, Armidale is a five-and-a-half-hour drive from Sydney and less than 90 minutes from Tamworth, with daily flights between Sydney and Armidale taking under an hour.

The area is surrounded by beautiful forests, mountain gorges, national parks, and waterfalls, including Wollomombi Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in Australia.

Benefits:
Collaborative team environment
Ongoing training and support
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
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 their families
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Requirements:
Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time or part time and temporary full time 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.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role-related queries or questions contact Keren Fletcher on [email protected].