Nurse Practitioner or Transitional Nurse Practitioner
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- Nurse Practitioner
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ646486 Requisition #
Join our team as a Nurse Practitioner/Transitional Nurse Practitioner and elevate patient care in the Emergency Department through your advanced nursing expertise!
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Remuneration: $143,851.10 - $154,025.92 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 30
Requisition ID: REQ646486
Location: Tomaree Community Hospital
Applications Close: Tuesday 7th April 2026
About the Role
The Nurse Practitioner/Transitional Nurse Practitioner (NP/TNP) will provide advanced and extended nursing care within the Emergency Department (ED) at Tomaree Community Hospital. The role functions both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, in accordance with the approved scope of practice and formulary.
The NP/TNP is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients, with a focus on delivering timely, safe, and effective care. This includes initiating and managing treatment plans, prescribing medications, ordering and interpreting diagnostic investigations, and referring patients to other healthcare professionals as required.
The position contributes to improved patient flow, service delivery, and clinical outcomes within the ED and broader hospital setting, working in partnership with medical, nursing, and allied health teams.
Where You’ll Be Working
Tomaree Community Hospital is a regional facility providing emergency and inpatient services to the local community. The Emergency Department manages approximately 18,000 presentations per year and is supported by a 14-bed inpatient unit.
You will be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
About You
You are a confident and compassionate clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring strong clinical judgement, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach to care.
You lead by example, supporting and mentoring others while fostering a positive and inclusive team culture. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering safe, high-quality care and making a genuine difference in the lives of your patients.
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and current endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner or, if transitional, evidence of substantial progress towards endorsement. If not endorsed, the Transitional Nurse Practitioner will be appointed temporarily (up to 3 years) to work towards endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.
- Post Graduate qualification in Emergency Nursing or evidence of working towards attainment with at least 3 years full time post registration emergency experience.
The Perks
✅ Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero
✅ Paid parental leave to support your next big chapter (for eligible employees)
✅ Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Need more information?
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- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Adrienne Cook on adrienne.cook@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: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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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.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health 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 SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits 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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