Transitional Nurse Practitioner

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)

Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner/ Transitional Nurse Practitioner (TNP will be under a maximum of 3-year contract paid at CNC2 whilst undertaking requirements to become an Endorsed Nurse Practitioner. On endorsement, the position holder will transition to NP Year 1.)

Remuneration: $131, $149,538.56 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Cowra NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 2 November 2025 – 11:59pm

Transitional Nurse Practitioner / Nurse Practitioner Rural Generalist

Cowra Health Service

About the role

Looking for a new & exciting challenge to advance your nursing career?

A wonderful new opportunity has become available for a Rural Generalist Nurse Practitioner/Transitional Nurse Practitioner (NP/TNP) located at Cowra.

Cowra Hospital is nearing completion of a major transformation with a new cutting-edge facility that will redefine healthcare delivery in the Central West.

With the $110.2 million Cowra Hospital Redevelopment Project now in its final stages, the new hospital will deliver modern, purpose-built facilities to meet the health needs of Cowra and surrounding communities, both now and into the future.

The new hospital will include:

• An Emergency Department.
• A general medical and surgical inpatient ward.
• A peri-operative service for various surgical procedures.
• A maternity unit with a dedicated nursery.
• Ambulatory care for outpatients.
• An oral health clinic.
• A renal dialysis unit for outpatient treatment.
• An oncology unit for chemotherapy treatments.
• Community Health and Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol services.
• A medical imaging department with a CT scanner and ultrasound.

Learn more about the redevelopment:

As a Rural Generalist NP/TNP you will provide support to Cowra and surrounding towns where required. This may may include Integrated care with Primary Health Network, Emergency, Acute Care, Ageing and Palliative Care, Chronic and Complex Care, Mental Health Care, Women's Health and Child and Family Care.

Rural Generalist NP/TNPs need to be able to manage a broad range of acute and chronic presentations across the lifespan to address patient and community needs. NP/TNPs will receive and make referrals to facilitate integrated care across disciplines or teams.

Join a team dedicated to championing the vital role of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in rural and remote NSW. We're seeking individuals who possess a passion for advancing the profession of NPs through advocacy, education, and support. Be part of a community committed to elevating the standards and recognition of NPs in healthcare.

Joining our team means you'll have the opportunity to maintain your clinical skills through ongoing support and access to patient care. Stay at the forefront of healthcare advancements while fulfilling your passion for patient-centered care, education, advocacy, clinical governance, and patient safety.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

• Click 'Apply'
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Pauline Rowston, Health Service Manager on or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD