Registered Nurse Palliative Care

Registered Nurse Palliative Care

Far West NSW Local Health District

Location: Broken Hill

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 per annum + Superannuation. This position is eligible for the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, offering an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to $10,000 (conditions apply, may be pro-rata'd).

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ673816

This role offers an opportunity to make a real difference in providing patient-centred palliative care for individuals with advanced life-limiting illnesses, their families, and carers. You will be a member of the Specialist Community Palliative Care Team, delivering care across various settings through direct, shared, or consultative approaches. Collaboration with other FWLHD palliative care health professionals and functioning as part of a multidisciplinary team, including primary care, specialist services, community-based services, inpatient, aged care, and volunteers, are key aspects of this position.

What is on Offer:

• Five weeks of annual leave (pro-rata).
• Salary packaging options, including Remote Area Housing Assistance and a Meal Entertainment Card.
• A Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) each month.
• Access to special rates at local gyms and a Fitness Passport.
• Support for advanced education and training.
• A country lifestyle that promotes balance and wellbeing.

About the Far West LHD:

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, committed to delivering high-quality public health services to the communities of far west NSW. Our vision is to foster excellence in rural and remote healthcare, driven by our inclusive and diverse workforce of over 800 clinicians and support staff across nine health facilities. We are dedicated to improving the health outcomes of our communities and invite you to consider a meaningful and rewarding career with our team.

About Broken Hill:

Broken Hill, a vibrant regional town in far west NSW, offers a unique outback experience with a rich history and character. As Australia's first nationally heritage-listed city, it boasts a culturally diverse community and a thriving art scene with numerous galleries. Broken Hill provides a relaxed country lifestyle with all the amenities of a regional hub, including comprehensive retail, educational facilities, recreational centres, and a variety of dining options. It is approximately a 3-hour drive from Mildura and a 5-hour drive from Adelaide, with flight options available from across Australia.

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position, please address the following selection criteria thoroughly in your application:

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), including recent clinical experience relevant to the role and demonstrated understanding and practical application of palliative care pain and symptom management.
• Demonstrated ability to practice in accordance with the Registered Nurse Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, and Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia).
• Demonstrated effective clinical communication through information technology, written and verbal means, alongside sound interpersonal skills for sensitive communication with a diverse range of people.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary care team, including the capacity to prioritise and organise workload, and demonstrated leadership qualities.
• A demonstrated understanding of the challenges associated with rural and remote palliative care community nursing.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and practice development.