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Enrolled Nurse - Community Nursing


Company : NSW Health


Location : Broken Hill, New South Wales


Created : 2025-06-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Enrolled Nurse - Community Nursing role at NSW Health2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Enrolled Nurse - Community Nursing role at NSW HealthThis position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-ratad to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 09 Nov 2025)Position Classification: Enrolled NurseRemuneration: $65,024 - $70,655 + SuperannuationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ575729Location: Broken Hill NSW 2880We really arent that far away - only 3 hours drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door!Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can''t wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far WestWhat You''ll Be DoingUnder the guidance of a Registered Nurse, provide safe, compassionate, person centred care in collaboration with individual/s and the multidisciplinary health care team to achieve quality care outcomes for patients and clients.Assist in the evaluation of nursing care through provision of information, documentation and reporting changes in patient''s conditions and participation in Unit meetings and discussions.Acts as a preceptor to other enrolled nurses, undergraduates, Assistants in Nursing and work experience students as appropriate.Work within own scope of practice and seek support, learning and education where required.Where the occupant of the position is medication endorsed, administer medications in accordance with NSW Health and Far West LHD policies and procedures.What''s On Offer5 weeks paid annual leave every yearSalary packaging (pay less tax!), this includes Remote Area Housing and Employee Meal CardSpecial rates at local gymsSupport through advanced education & trainingA comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeingAbout Broken HillA true Oasis in the Outback, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australias first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs)! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its livability.With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafs.The beautiful Murray-Riverina region is just 2.5 hours from Broken Hill, and after a short, 5-hour drive you can enjoy the beautiful Barossa Valley South Australias internationally acclaimed wine region. For a town so unique, its really not that far away with just a short 1hr15m flight from Adelaide, a 2hr flight from Melbourne or a 2hr30m flight from Sydney.Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We cant wait to see you soon!About The Far West LHDThe Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. FWLHD has a mandate to provide the highest quality care and services to its communities using the latest clinical evidence and technological enablers. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.How To ApplyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:Current Endorsed Enrolled Nurse registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Demonstrated application of professional and ethical boundaries to the delivery of patient care in the context of a multi-disciplinary team.Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to advocate for and implement individualised person centred care patient care.Demonstrated capacity to identify and resolve conflict situations by managing own emotional responses and interacting with others in a personable and professional manner.Demonstrated commitment to work and partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait, Islander patients and families and employees to enhance health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based best practice and its contribution to changing practice and policies within the organisation.Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.The Welcome ExperienceThe Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperienceNeed more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Kenneth Caldwell on Kenneth.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.auApplications Close: 01 June 2025Stepping UpAboutThe Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:listen and act togetherTogether, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children''s voices.At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we dont just accept differences, but we honour and support it. 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