Emergency Department Registered Nurse in Manilla

Join us as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse at Manilla Multi Purpose Service, where endless opportunities await to deliver compassionate care, thrive in a supportive team, and embrace the charm of rural living in a breathtaking setting.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time and Casual opportunities available

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $41.22 - 57.88 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging + Incentives

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Location: Manilla Multi-Purpose Service

Closing: Tuesday, 27th October 2026

About The Role: This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a difference in a rural community that truly values its healthcare professionals. You'll:

• Triage, treat and transfer patients across Emergency and Acute care
• Be a supportive leader, confident to take charge of the facility when required
• Collaborate with the acute ward and contribute to seamless patient care
• Be part of a facility where you are seen, valued, and supported

Why choose us? You’ll never feel alone in this role. We offer a comprehensive orientation, and ongoing support from on-site medical staff (available 5 days a week), Clinical Nurse Educators, Clinical Nurse Specialists, your NUM, and the Health Service Manager. For those seeking to further their career, we’re committed to supporting Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS2) accreditation.

You may be rewarded with up to $20,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

Benefits include:

• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (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

Where you'll be working: Manilla MPS. Discover a career in a place that feels like home. Located in the breathtaking Northern Tablelands of NSW, Manilla offers the perfect mix of community warmth and country charm.

Relocating? We've Got You Covered. Making a move can feel overwhelming, but support is available. The Welcome Experience is a free service designed to help health workers and their families settle into regional communities.

Why You’ll Love Living Here:

• Breathtaking natural surrounds: Think rolling green hills, scenic rivers, and some of the best skies in Australia.
• Close to everything: Just a 40-minute drive to Tamworth – the Country Music Capital – for shopping, events, and city perks.
• A real sense of community: Enjoy the slower pace, friendly faces, and meaningful connections of small-town life.

About The Facility:

• 24/7 emergency services
• Acute, aged care, and community health services all in one
• Recently modernised, purpose-built facility
• Supportive team culture focused on collaboration and patient-centred care

What You’ll Need:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Experience in Emergency Department nursing
• Strong clinical leadership and triage skills
• Willingness to work collaboratively and support your team

Ready to make a real difference in a stunning regional setting? Join us at Manilla MPS – where your skills are appreciated, your growth is encouraged, and your surroundings are spectacular.

Information For Applicants: 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.

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. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.

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.

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.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.