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Champion infection prevention as a local role model across Boggabri''s rural healthcare hub.Employment Type:PermanentPart TimePosition Classification:Registered NurseRemuneration:$37.48 - $52.62 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary PackagingHours Per Week:12Requisition ID:REQ648993Location: Boggabri Multi-Purpose ServiceApplications Close: Tuesday 21st April 2026Where youll be workingBoggabri Multi-Purpose Service (MPS)sits in northwest NSW, just1.5 hours from Tamworthin a welcoming rural town of around 1,000 people. The service includes16 Residential Aged Care beds, 4 acute care beds and a 2-bed Emergency Department, staffed by a close-knit team ofRegistered Nurses (RNs), Endorsed Enrolled Nurses (EENs), Enrolled Nurses (ENs) and Assistants in Nursing (AINs). This family-like environment ensures your care has immediate, visible impact on patients and colleagues.About the roleAsRegistered Nurse Quality, ILPN & Staff Health, you''ll deliver a multi-dimensional role incorporatingquality auditing, infection prevention leadershipandstaff health vaccination programsacross Boggabri MPS. You''ll act as a local role model for infection prevention practices, linking with off-siteInfection Prevention Clinical Nurse Consultants (CNCs), while driving quality improvement and supporting staff immunisation.You''ll feel confident from day one withnetworked supportfrom other HNE staff in similar roles, plus access to training for theFoundations of Infection Prevention and Control certificateto build your specialist capabilities.About youYou''re friendly, time-efficient and committed to quality, infection prevention and staff health principles, thriving in small rural teams where your multifaceted contributions make a real difference.You bring:Current AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse (RN)Nurse Immuniser QualificationsFoundations of Infection Prevention and Control certificate(or commitment to attain)Strongquality auditing skillsand understanding of infection control principlesStaff health/immunisation knowledgeCommitment to rural healthcare excellenceThese qualities will help you excel in this rewarding, high-impact rural role protecting both patients and staff.The PerksAtHunter New England Healthenjoy 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:Berewarded with up to$20,000in the first 12 months PLUS up to$10,000each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under theRural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balanceSalary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasingFitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your familyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family membersNeed more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Amanda Boxsell on Information for Applicants:*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 basisin accordance withthe terms of your contract, including any approved extensions.If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you maybe requiredto repay aportionof the incentive.Please note:the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30thJune 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible.To check your eligibility, visit theRural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact.Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).Forassistanceaddressing selection criteria visit:Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directivePD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer.All new employees must agree tocomply withthe requirements outlined in the policy.Hunter New EnglandHealthis dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Healths commitment to implementingthe 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. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.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 isidentifiedfor 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.Connect with us on FacebookandLinkedIn!#RuralHealthIncentive.