Nurse Practitioner

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner

Remuneration:

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ584503

Advertising closes: 30 September 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing

The Nurse Practitioner/ Transitional Nurse Practitioner Aged Care will function autonomously and collaboratively to provide a high level of clinically focused nursing care, practicing within their regulated scope of practice, across diverse practice settings and patient/client populations within a defined specialty.

The-NP will contribute to the advancement of quality health care systems within the Local Health District and across Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACF's) to reduce avoidable hospital presentations and promote early discharge from hospital.

To manage care across a variety of health systems to maximize outcomes - engaging in complex and critical thinking; integrating information and/or evidence; judiciously use clinical investigations; skilfully and empathetically communicating with all involved in the care episode, including the person receiving care and their family and community, and health professional colleagues.

To engage in practice as guided by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Nurse Practitioner Standards Framework.

About you

Do you have current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with endorsement to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or currently working toward endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner and ability to complete requirements within a 3-year period and At least 3 years full time equivalent post registration nursing experience with extensive clinical experience in aged care/psychogeriatrics and ability to function at an advanced autonomous level.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

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.

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