Address- Situated along the picturesque Manning River, Taree serves as the lively hub of the Manning Valley, providing convenient access to the Barrington Coast's stunning national parks and beaches.
- Functioning as the primary service town for the area, Taree offers a comprehensive range of facilities, accommodations, dining options, farmers' markets, and activities, ensuring a well-equipped and accessible base amid the region's natural beauty.
- The Perioperative Unit at Manning Base Hospital consists of 3 theatres and one procedure room providing General, Orthopaedic, Urology, Gynaecology, Obstetric, Ophthalmic, and Endoscopic services.
About the role:
- You will be working as a Registered Nurse in Surgical Services and fulfilling all roles required within the Perioperative Unit.
- You will be part of a dynamic and innovative Perioperative team within Rural NSW.
- This position reports directly to the Nurse Unit Manager of the Perioperative Unit and is fully supported by the team.
- You will receive orientation and all support required at the commencement of this position. All mandatory training will be provided as required and the department is supported by a Clinical Nurse Educator. Ongoing education will also be provided by the Clinical Nurse Educator.
About you:
- We are seeking a compassionate, caring candidate with experience in circulating, instrument, anaesthetic and / or recovery nursing.
Requirements:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Benefits:
- Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees)
- Superannuation contributions 11%
- Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme:
This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following*:
- Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12-months
- Retention incentive of up to $10,000 thereafter annually
- PLUS 3 months accommodation assistance (e.g. reimbursement of rent payments or payments for commercial accommodation)
*All payments and reimbursements made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis.
Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11% superannuation.
Other forms of payment/package options (where you are eligible) need to be negotiated with the Convenor and may include**:
- Additional annual professional development days (up to 5 more per year)
- Additional personal leave (up to 5 more per year)
- Computer/internet reimbursement (e.g. laptop, wi-fi costs)
- Return airfare to and from your work base (or equivalent motor vehicle allowance) so you can still visit family and friends
**The total value of your incentive package would remain the same. Employees are responsible for seeking independent financial advice before accepting an Attraction and Retention Incentive package as part of their offer.
Transferring of incentive packages will depend on the location, position, and time served by the health worker in their current position. Eligibility to transfer existing incentive packages will be determined and approved by the health organisation. Health workers who are receiving incentive packages and are changing or moving positions should discuss the impacts with their manager or local Workforce Rural Health Incentive Team via ***************@health.nsw.gov.au to discuss your eligibility prior to applying if you are already receiving an incentive package.
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
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For role related queries or questions contact Cheryl Tenbosch on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (AIR Immunisation History Statement) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement (IHS), or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate, or AIR COVID-19 and Influenza IHS. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting via or 1300 40 25 23.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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