Make a real difference and enjoy the flexibility you deserve. At Armidale Hospital's General Medical Unit, we offer full-time, part-time, and job-share arrangements that fit your life, giving you the freedom to balance career, family, and adventure while thriving in a supportive team that values compassionate, patient-centred care.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 + 12.5% Super + Salary Packaging + Rural Incentives
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ621239
Location: Armidale Hospital
Closing: Wednesday, 24th December 2025
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse in our General Medical Unit, you'll play an essential part in delivering safe, compassionate, evidence-based care to a diverse group of patients. A typical shift brings a blend of hands-on clinical care, teamwork, problem-solving, and meaningful human connection.
You will administer medications, complete observations, provide mobility support, deliver wound care, prepare patients for tests, and monitor changes in condition-while collaborating closely with medical, allied health and nursing colleagues. You'll communicate with families, support culturally respectful care, and help patients move toward their recovery goals.
What isn't in the PD but matters just as much is that you'll finish most days knowing you genuinely made someone's day a little better. You won't be alone in this role! From day one you'll recieve a comprehensive local orientation, up to 4 weeks of supernumerary shifts on commencement, daily in-service education, a full time onsite Clinical Nurse Educator, ongoing professional development and support from an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary team.
Who You Are
You are a compassionate, patient-centred nurse who brings warmth, professionalism, and clear communication to every interaction. You thrive in a busy, dynamic environment, stay organised under pressure, and approach challenges with calm, practical problem-solving.
You'll bring:
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
All overseas candidates seeking sponsorship MUST have obtained registration with AHPRA and a positive skills assessment via ANMAC with 254445 Registered Nurse (Mixed Med/Sur)
Strong clinical capability and sound clinical judgement
The ability to recognise and respond to changing patient conditions
Confidence working within an interdisciplinary team
Excellent communication with patients, families and colleagues
Effective prioritisation in a fast-paced unit
Comfort using electronic patient management systems
A commitment to cultural respect, professional boundaries and ongoing learning
Above all, you care deeply about supporting patients through important moments in their healthcare journey and being part of a team that values kindness, collaboration, humour on busy days and truly meaningful work.
Benefits
The Benefits
✅ Earn more, sooner - Receive up to $10,000 in your first 12 months, plus up to $5,000 every year after, paid fortnightly through the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
✅ Enjoy work-life balance with 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff).
✅ Support a greener future through our Sustainable Healthcare - Together Towards Zero initiatives.
✅ Monthly ADOs for full-time employees, giving you an extra day each month to recharge.
✅ Paid parental leave to support you during life's most important moments (for eligible employees).
✅ Salary packaging opportunities - claim up to $11,600 tax-free each year, plus options for novated leasing.
✅ Fitness Passport - access discounted gym and wellness options for you and your family.
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free, confidential support for you and your immediate family.
Additional Information:
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
