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This 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 theNSW 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:PermanentFull TimePosition Classification:Registered NurseRemuneration:$74,317.94 - $104,336.27 + SuperannuationHours Per Week:38Requisition ID:REQ654388Location: Broken Hill NSWWe 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!Great opportunity to join a supportive team and where you can make a real impact in providing the best patient experience.We really arent that far away - only 3 hours drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.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 West.What you''ll be doingThe Palliative Care Registered Nurse will work as a member of the Specialist Community Palliative Care Team providing patient centred palliative care for people with advanced life limiting illnesses, their families and carers.The role will provide a combination of direct/shared/consultative care across settings, in liaison with other FWLHD palliative care health professionals, and is expected to function as a member of a multidisciplinary team including primary care, specialist services, community based services, inpatient, aged care and volunteers.What is on offer1 week extra paid annual leave (pro-rata)Salary packaging (pay less tax!), includes Remote Area Housing Assistance and Meal Entertainment CardPaid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every MonthSpecial rates at local gymsFitness passportSupport through advanced education & trainingA comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeingAbout the Far West LHDTheFar West Local Health Districtisone of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. 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.About 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! 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 liveability.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.How to applyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with recent clinical experience relevant to the position and demonstrated understanding and practical application of palliative care pain and symptom management.Demonstrated ability to practice in accordance with Registered Nurse Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, and Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia).Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology, written and verbal means; and sound interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate with a diverse range of people in a sensitive manner.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of the multi-disciplinary care team; ability to prioritise and organise workload, and demonstrated leadership qualities.A demonstrated understanding of the challenges associated with rural and remote palliative care community nursing.Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, practice development and evidence-based practice.Current Drivers licence and willingness to travel within the LHD.The Welcome Experience The Welcome Experience in 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 atwww.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperienceNeed more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Melissa Cumming onApplications Close: 15th April 2026Empower, 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.Stepping UpThe 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: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. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.#RuralHealthIncentives