Transitional Aged Care Program

Join our fantastic TACP and Community Nursing teams, bringing high level care to our elderly patients and their families.

Remuneration: $ $35.63 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Narrabri Community Health Service

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Hours per week: 31

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Requisition ID: REQ605711

Applications Close: Sunday, 21st September 2025.

About the role:

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of older people in your community? Narrabri Community Health Service is thrilled to welcome an enthusiastic Enrolled Nurse to join our Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) and Community Nursing teams.

No two days will ever be the same In TACP, you'll be out and about visiting clients in their homes—assisting and assessing personal care needs, lending a hand with light domestic duties, facilitating social support, and even helping clients get to important appointments. Once you've supported TACP clients, you'll have the chance to broaden your skills by working alongside our Community Nursing team, where every day brings new opportunities to learn and grow.

We're looking for a motivated, caring individual who is passionate about working with older people. A current NSW driver's licence and willingness to travel are essential, as you'll be visiting clients across the community. Your ability to recognise changes in a patient's condition, act swiftly in emergencies, and work seamlessly with other health services will set you apart. If you also have an interest or experience in wound management, that's an added bonus

Don't worry—you won't be doing this alone. You'll be fully supported by our Registered Nurses, Nurse Unit Manager, and Community Health Service Manager. From orientation to ongoing mentorship, we'll make sure you have everything you need to succeed. Plus, with a Professional Development Plan, you'll have access to regular education, training, and career growth opportunities.

Where you'll be working:

At Narrabri Community Health, we're more than a workplace—we're a family. Our team is friendly, supportive, and deeply committed to looking after both our clients and each other. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, ensuring the best possible care for the community.

Narrabri itself offers the perfect mix of career and lifestyle. Picture yourself exploring the stunning wilderness of Mount Kaputar, taking in the breathtaking Namoi Valley, or relaxing in the famous Artesian Bore Baths. Adventure is never far away, with opportunities for camping, canoeing, and discovering unique volcanic landscapes. If you love community life, Narrabri has you covered—monthly markets brimming with fresh local produce, vibrant sports clubs, and a welcoming social scene with activities for all ages, from bushwalking and pony club to netball, rugby, and touch football.

Here in Narrabri, you'll find not just a rewarding career, but also a thriving, active lifestyle in a community that feels like home.

Requirements:

• Current Authority to Practice as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA
• Current NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to travel for work.

Benefits:

• Collaborative team environment

• Ongoing training and support

• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance

• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time 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 their families

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent or temporary part-time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.

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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. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific 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 HNELHD 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 or

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch 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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