Join our team at Inverell Community Health as a Respiratory Nurse, delivering expert care in a supportive rural community. Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*Remuneration: $36.38- $51.08 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary PackagingEmployment Type: Temporary part-time until December 2025Position Classification: Registered NurseLocation: InverellHours Per Week: 16Requisition ID: REQ557500Applications Close: Sunday 9th March 2025This position offers the opportunity to partner with a fellow Respiratory Nurse in delivering comprehensive care to individuals with respiratory conditions, including COPD and asthma. Your responsibilities will encompass conducting detailed assessments, performing spirometry tests, and leading group pulmonary rehabilitation sessions twice weekly. Additionally, you will provide vital education and support for clients requiring home oxygen therapy.This temporary role is situated at Inverell Community Health, where you will collaborate with a dynamic and diverse multidisciplinary team. You may be considered for permanent vacancies within the team, should they arise. The facility prides itself on cultivating a culture of collaboration, emphasising teamwork and transparent communication to ensure the entire healthcare team remains united in delivering exceptional patient care.Why join us?At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:Access to online training and opportunities for professional developmentA supportive and collaborative team environment4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life 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 membersSustainable Healthcare: Together towards zeroOpportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionalsAbout The RoleTo ensure your success, comprehensive training will be provided in clinical assessments, documentation, spirometry, and the coordination of pulmonary rehabilitation programs. You will play a key role in educating clients on a variety of respiratory health topics.A structured orientation and mentorship program will support your transition into this specialised role, with guidance from the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), experienced nursing colleagues, and the broader multidisciplinary team. You will also benefit from access to online training resources offered by the Lung Foundation and the National Asthma Council, enhancing your expertise in this critical field.Where You’ll Be WorkingExperience affordable living in rural NSW, where the median house price is an impressive 73% lower than the state average, at just $380,000. The region offers a wealth of educational opportunities with 19 schools, including childcare centres, primary schools, and high schools spread across the district. By joining our team, you'll become an integral part of a close-knit community, all while enjoying the tranquillity of rural life.Our Successful Candidate Will Possess The FollowingCurrent Registration with the AHPRA.Previous experience in respiratory nursing (desired but not essential) with completion of Lung Foundation eLearning course: Pulmonary Rehabilitation Training or willingness to work towards.Proven computer literacy and proficiency in computer applications.Current NSW drivers’ licence and willingness to travel for work purposes.Want to know more?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionWe are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.For role-related queries or questions contact Tiffany Ehsman on Tiffany.Ehsman@health.nsw.gov.auHunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) 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.
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