Registered Nurse Transitional Aged Care Program - Incentives Offered

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Support older people to live independently while building your career across Taree, Forster or Gloucester Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Incentives Hours Per Week: 20 Requisition ID: REQ682803 Location: Taree, Forster or Gloucester Closing Date: Monday 24th August 2026 About the Opportunity Make a meaningful difference to patients transitioning from hospital back into their homes and communities as a Registered Nurse with the Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP). Based within the Lower Mid North Coast (LMNC), our TACP provides care to patients following a hospital stay, supporting them to regain function, mobility and independence while working with patients and their families to establish ongoing care arrangements. The program is based in Taree, with the successful applicant having the flexibility to work from Taree, Forster or Gloucester Community Health, depending on their geographical location. Our service provides coverage across the LMNC, including the outlying areas of Gloucester, Tea Gardens and Johns River, offering a varied and rewarding community nursing experience. You will be supported by the Nurse Unit Manager for Aged Care Assessment Services and TACP, Aged Care Service Manager and dedicated administrative support, with appropriate training and ongoing guidance provided to help you develop confidence and capability in the TACP role. What You Will Be Doing As a Registered Nurse within TACP, you will provide person-centred care to patients in the community following hospital discharge, helping them achieve their individual health, mobility and independence goals. Your responsibilities will include: * Responding to referrals and completing timely intake assessments for patients in hospital. * Providing ongoing case management and coordinating patient care throughout their TACP journey. * Supporting patients to regain functionality, mobility and independence following hospitalisation. * Working with patients, families and carers to identify goals and develop appropriate care strategies. * Coordinating and finalising ongoing care arrangements to support a safe and sustainable transition from TACP. * Monitoring patient progress and adapting care plans in response to changing needs. * Providing clinical support and leadership within the multidisciplinary team. * Collaborating with Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Allied Health professionals and Domestic Support Services. * Working across the LMNC to provide responsive and effective community-based care. About you Our ideal candidate is a motivated and confident Registered Nurse who enjoys working in the community and is passionate about supporting patients to regain their independence following hospitalisation. You will be able to take initiative when working autonomously in the community while knowing when to seek support and collaborate with colleagues. You will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills and be confident consulting with a broad multidisciplinary team to deliver a professional, coordinated and person-centred service. You will also bring: * Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA. * Strong clinical assessment and care coordination skills. * The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * A collaborative approach and commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork. * Initiative, flexibility and sound clinical judgement. * A genuine commitment to supporting patients to achieve their individual goals and maintain independence. Experience in community nursing, rehabilitation, aged care, discharge planning or transitional care will be highly regarded. What we can offer you: ✅ 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.* ✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development ✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero ✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) ✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance ✅ 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 ✅ The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience 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. 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. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. 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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Kimberley Bailey on Kimberley.Bailey@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 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. 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. Connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn! #ruralhealthincentive