Palliative Care Registered Nurse - Incentives Offered

Deliver compassionate, holistic care at the heart of the Upper Hunter Valley—palliative nursing that truly makes a difference. Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging Location: Muswellbrook Community Health Service Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Hours Per Week: 20 Requisition ID: REQ613256 Applications Close: Sunday 26th October 2025 “Working in palliative care is an incredibly rewarding and meaningful experience. Being able to support our community during their most vulnerable times and contribute to a team that brings comfort and peace to those in need is truly the reason I love my job. While the role can be emotionally challenging at times, the collaboration and unwavering support from our nursing teams and Nurse Unit Manager make all the difference. Together, we create a compassionate environment that helps clients and their families navigate difficult moments with dignity and care.” Erin, Palliative Care Registered Nurse Where You'll Be Working The Hunter Valley Palliative Care Service is part of the broader Hunter Valley Community Health (HVCH) team, based at Muswellbrook Community Health. This service also includes a dedicated Palliative Care team at Cessnock, with the Clinical Nurse Consultant Level 2 (CNC2) providing clinical leadership across both locations. HVCH encompasses Community Nursing, Child and Family Health, Women’s Health, Families NSW Perinatal Service, and the Dementia Advisory Service. Muswellbrook Hospital is a Level 3 District Hospital offering Emergency, General, Perioperative, Maternity, and Outpatient services. Located in the scenic vineyards of the Hunter Valley wine region, Muswellbrook is under three hours from Sydney and less than two hours from Newcastle. This vibrant and culturally rich community offers stunning drives, acclaimed art galleries, and outstanding local produce. About The Role As a Palliative Care Registered Nurse, you will work with a Clinical Nurse Specialist and another RN to deliver compassionate, person-centred care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses in the community. You will provide specialist symptom management, case coordination, and medication management, working collaboratively with a Social Worker and Occupational Therapist to address clients’ physical, emotional, and social needs. In this role, you will be supported by an experienced team; however, you will also work independently on a regular basis, requiring confident caseload prioritisation, clinical coordination, and strong communication with clients, families, and the multidisciplinary team. Your contribution will be key to delivering dignity, comfort, and support during critical moments in your clients’ lives. About You You are a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for palliative care and a holistic, person-centred approach. You bring empathy, resilience, and outstanding communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team. You have strong organisational abilities and are confident navigating the complexities of community-based palliative nursing. Requirements Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRAPost-graduate education in Palliative Care, or working towards a Post-Graduate Certificate in Palliative CareCurrent unrestricted Australian Driver Licence 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: Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.* 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 membersOpportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Linda Bates on Linda.Bates@health.nsw.gov.au Information For Applicants Individuals who have submitted a previous application are not eligible to reapply. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the 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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 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 HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. 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. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. Job share / part time arrangements will be considered. #ruralhealthincentive