Deliver exceptional care in a dynamic rural hospital setting – Join Muswellbrook Hospital as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department!

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time, Temporary Full Time/Part Time and Casual opportunities.
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $36.38 - $51.08 per hour + 12% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ611924
Applications Close: Sunday 2nd November 2025

Where you’ll be working
Nestled in the heart of the Hunter Valley wine country, Muswellbrook Hospital offers the best of both worlds — a modern rural health facility and a lifestyle surrounded by scenic drives, renowned galleries, and award-winning local produce. Just under 2 hours from Newcastle and less than 3 from Sydney, the hospital provides high-quality emergency, medical, and surgical services with a team dedicated to safe, person-centred care every time.

About the role
This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to broaden your skills across both the Emergency Department and General Ward, with future pathways into peri-operative care.

In this role, you will:

Deliver safe, evidence-based care to patients across emergency, medical, and surgical presentations

Work alongside a committed team of RNs, ENs, the NUM, and Clinical Nurse Educators

Contribute to a positive workplace culture where collaboration and professional development are encouraged

Enjoy a rotating roster that offers work-life balance and varied clinical experience

About you
We’re looking for a Registered Nurse who:

Is Current Authorised to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Has recent Emergency Department experience, with triage credentialing (or a willingness to work towards it)

Is passionate about person-centred care and advocates effectively for patients and families

Thrives in rapidly changing clinical environments and can remain calm under pressure

Works well within a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and cultural respect

Is confident supervising students and delegating appropriately to ENs and AINs within scope of practice

Why you’ll love working here

Be part of a welcoming, close-knit team that values support and collaboration

Ongoing opportunities for education and professional development to expand your clinical skills

Experience the satisfaction of rural and regional nursing — where your impact is felt daily

Enjoy an enviable lifestyle in the Hunter Valley, with access to world-class vineyards, dining, and natural beauty right on your doorstep

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:

You may be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*

Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)

Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance

Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated lease

Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

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-rata 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. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact [email protected].

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Find out more about applying for this position

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

All overseas candidates seeking sponsorship MUST have obtained registration with AHPRA and a positive skills assessment via ANMAC with specialty/code 254415 prior to applying.

For role related queries or questions contact Sharon Eriksson on [email protected]