Join the Far West Local Health District and make a real difference in some of Australia's most unique and welcoming communities. Embrace a lifestyle that balances meaningful work with adventure, connection, and community.

A career in the Far West LHD offers nurses a diverse and dynamic experience across a wide range of clinical settings, from emergency and primary care to community and mental health services. You'll gain valuable skills working with varied populations and health challenges, all while supported by ongoing professional development and opportunities for advancement.

• 6 months paid accommodation
• Up to $10,000AUD bonus after 12 months
• Travel from Sydney to Broken Hill
• Primary Applicants Visa costs reimbursed

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with relevant qualifications
• 2-3 years post qualifying experience
• Hold, or be eligible for, AHPRA registration (Our team can guide you through the process.)
• ANMAC (Mental health code) for PR Pathway
• Strong critical thinking and clinical assessment skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk assessments to support accurate diagnosis and care planning.
• Deliver evidence based therapeutic interventions and support patients through recovery focused, person centred care.
• Administer and monitor medications, ensuring safe practice, documentation, and reporting of side effects or changes in presentation.
• Respond to acute / forensic mental health crises, using de escalation techniques and collaborating with crisis teams to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, contributing to case meetings, discharge planning, and ongoing coordination of care.

Far West Local Health District is seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse for a PR186/SID482 visa opportunity in regional NSW. You will work across clinical settings including emergency, primary care and community mental health, delivering assessments, interventions and care planning.

This role offers a multidisciplinary team, ongoing professional development, visa costs reimbursed, and incentives such as six months' accommodation, travel from Sydney to Broken Hill, and a bonus up to AUD 10,000

Emergency Department (ED) Nurse (Australia's Far West)
Location:Willcannia, Far West, New South Wales - Australia
Start Date:ASAP

Join the Far West Local Health District and make a real difference in some of Australia's most unique and welcoming communities. Embrace a lifestyle that balances meaningful work with adventure, connection, and community.

A career in the Far West LHD offers nurses a diverse and dynamic experience across a wide range of clinical settings, from emergency and primary care to community and mental health services. You'll gain valuable skills working with varied populations and health challenges, all while supported by ongoing professional development and opportunities for advancement.

• 6 months paid accommodation
• Up to $10,000AUD bonus after 12 months
• Travel from Sydney to Broken Hill/Mildura
• Primary Applicants Visa costs reimbursed

We are looking for skilled Emergency Department Nurses. You'll work across a broad scope of emergency situations, often as the first point of contact for critically unwell or injured patients. Your role will involve:

• Triage and rapid assessment of patients
• Delivering emergency interventions and stabilisation
• Working independently in smaller ED settings

• Valid AHPRA registration
• 2-3 years' ED nursing experience
• ANMAC Registration for PR Pathway

• Travel expenses reimbursed from Sydney
• Accommodation provided
• Rural incentives & bonuses

NSW Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator in Broken Hill on a Temporary Full Time basis until 4 December 2026. Remuneration is $62.68 to $64.71 per hour plus Superannuation, with 38 hours per week. Recruitment incentives up to $10,000 may apply under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

Our Far West Local Health District team focuses on delivering high-quality rural and remote health services, with a strong emphasis on education, development and patient-centred care.

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time (until 4th December 2026)

Position Classification:Clinical Nurse Educator

Remuneration:$62.68 - $64.71 per hour + Superannuation

Hours Per Week:38

Requisition ID:REQ696452

Location:Broken Hill

We really aren't that far away - only 3 hours' drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door!

• Opportunity to work on the frontline to join a truly supportive team that is empowered to provide the ultimate patient experience

Grow your career with us with ongoing learning and development

Are you ready to lead and empower our Nurses and Midwives to achieve our vision of excellence in rural and remote health?

Apply today and enjoy a rewarding career that comes with all the benefits of country living including no traffic, affordable housing and a comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance and wellbeing.

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West. What you'll be doing

Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical education programs to support ongoing professional clinical development of nursing and midwifery staff to maintain quality care outcomes for patients and clients.

Nurse Educators are highly valued and vital positions within the Far West LHD as they ensure our patients receive exceptional levels of care by advancing the skills of our staff.

Our ideal candidate will have vast clinical experience and tertiary qualifications in education and training.

What is on offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment
• Novated leasing
• Fitness Passport
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

A true "Oasis in the Outback", Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia's first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Applications Close: 8th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health.

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice role comprising comprehensive assessment, interpretation of diagnostics, and implementation of treatment modalities within the Specialist Palliative Care setting. Palliative Care NP provides independent and collaborative expert palliative care nursing for patients with life limiting illness, particularly in complex cases and across care settings

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!), includes Remote Area Housing Assistance and Meal Entertainment Card
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Special rates at local gyms
• Fitness passport
• Support through advanced education & training
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

The Far West Local Health District isone of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

A true "Oasis in the Outback", Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia's first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

On the NSW side of the Murray River, Buronga is a beautiful rural town, just 10km from Mildura Victoria, many of our staff live in the booming regional hub of Mildura and travel the short 10minutes to work. Mildura has a population of over 50,000 and growing with all the facilities of a regional city, yet is uniquely positioned in the scenic, sunraysia region, famous for its sunshine, and horticulture including grapes and oranges. While Mildura thrives as its own destination, it is also a great base for touring many iconic natural wonders and picturesque locations nearby including the world renowned Mungo National Park!

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery board of Australia and endorsement by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Nurse Practitioner with a minimum of 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and at least 3 years full time experience in Palliative Care with post graduate qualifications relevant to Palliative Care.
• Demonstrated high level knowledge and advanced clinical nursing skills including comprehensive assessment, interpretation of diagnostics, implementation of treatment modalities including pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures, and relevant referral skills applied to a broad range of challenging, complex and changing palliative care situations.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical leadership role, negotiation, liaison, interpersonal and problem solving skills within the Palliative Care setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and accountability while also working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and multi service environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and implement change and improvements in clinical practice through initiation, utilisation and review of evidence based research and participation in peer review, quality assurance, quality improvement, patient safety and risk management activities relevant to Palliative Care.
• Demonstrated ability to actively contribute to own continuing professional development and demonstrated experience in providing education and training to other health professionals.
• Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel with the Far West LHD, which may involve overnight stays.
• Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel within the Far West LHD.

For role related queries or questions contact Melissa Cumming on

Far West Local Health District is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to deliver advanced palliative nursing in a remote NSW setting. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, interpret diagnostics, and implement treatment plans for patients with life-limiting illness across care settings.

The role requires registration as an Australian RN with NP endorsement and a minimum of 5 years post-registration experience, including 3 years in palliative care.

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type:Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration:$41.23 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 12

Requisition ID:REQ698967

Location: Wentworth NSW (24kms from Mildura VIC)

Take a quick look at"Living and Working"in the Far West

An Exciting Opportunity at Wentworth Health Service

Now is a great time to join the team at Wentworth Health Service. The Wentworth Hospital has undergone a full redevelopment. The new hospital features 19 inpatient beds and a modern emergency department, including two resuscitation bays.

The Wentworth Local Government Area is home to approximately 7,500 residents, with around 1,500 living in the township of Wentworth. Nestled at the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers, Wentworth offers a relaxed lifestyle with all essential amenities. Just 30 km away is the vibrant regional centre of Mildura, which provides a wide range of shops, services and is only a short 45min flight to Melbourne, 2 hours to Sydney or drive 4.5 hour to Adelaide.

If you're looking to be part of a supportive, close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality care, and you're interested in growing your career in a health district that values professional development and work-life balance, we encourage you to apply.

What you'll be doing

The Aged Care Assessor /Specialist Registered Nurse will provide comprehensive assessment services and care planning to determine the overall needs of frail, older people in community, residential and hospital settings within the FWLHD.

What we offer you

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!) $9009 + $2650 Meal Entertainment
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness passport
• Professional development and support through advanced education and training
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing (less than a 10 minute commute from anywhere in town and free parking)

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. FWLHD has a mandate to provide the highest quality care and services to its communities using the latest clinical evidence and technological enablers. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible by selecting APPLY NOW below:

• Current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated post graduate experience working with older people in an acute, residential or community setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in an effective manner encompassing appropriate initiative, organisational, problem solving and time management skills.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills including demonstrated computer literacy.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as function as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding or experience in the health and functional support needs of older people and their carers in the community setting.
• Current Drivers Licence (minimum class C) valid within Australia and demonstrated competent driving ability/ experience.
• Current Working with Children Check, Aged Care Check and NDIS check.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Wentworth connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Olivia Sice on [email protected]

Applications Close: 22nd October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification:Nurse Manager Grade 3

Remuneration:$158,236.73 - $161,174.38 + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:REQ697431

Location: Menindee NSW

Are you ready to take that next step in your nursing career in an exciting management role?

• Opportunity to work on the frontline to join a truly supportive team that is empowered to provide the ultimate patient experience
• Grow your career with us with ongoing learning and development
• Get exposure to work across different areas you would not get in the big smoke!

We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

• Manage operational nursing and ancillary service delivery, culture and service improvements to achieve quality patient outcomes, sustainable access and collaboration in health care.
• Optimise business outcomes, manage and reform change, and optimise rostering capability.
• Empower our staff to provide high quality healthcare through support, guidance and direction.
• Act as a senior clinician and role model to ensure care is delivered within professional boundaries, legal and ethical parameters, National Patient Safety and Quality Standards and NSW Health policies and procedures.

What is on offer

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!), enjoy up to $9k for living expenses, $2.6k for meals and entertainment
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Fitness Passport and EAP to maintain your health and wellbeing
• Professional development with support through advanced education & training to help you develop your career
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About the Menindee Health Service

Menindee is beautiful little community on the banks of the Darling River and is surrounded by the spectacular Menindee Lakes. The Menindee Health Service is a busy Primary Health Clinic with an Emergency Department as well. We provide chronic disease, community and primary health care services to the community, as well as facilitating a range of visiting services. Our clinic is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. After hours and on weekends an RN is on call for Ambulance and emergencies with a second Ambulance trained staff member. Ambulance training will be provided.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Current Nursing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Appropriate qualifications in management, with five years full time equivalent post qualification experience in the relevant field.
• Demonstrated leadership skills including conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation, and the ability to motivate, inspire and manage staff to achieve service and professional goals through recognised change management processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of Primary Health Care and commitment to working in a primary health care model of service delivery while also delivering an emergency care services.
• Proven ability to work in a way that engenders mutual respect in a cross-cultural environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of the role, function & funding of public hospital within the Australian and NSW Health Systems and broad clinical experience and operational management at senior level within a healthcare environment.
• Current drivers license and ability and willingness to travel in rural and remote areas, including overnight stays.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Nicholas Minns on [email protected]

Applications Close: 15th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:REQ698478

Location: Broken Hill

• Great opportunity to join a supportive team and where you can make a real impact in providing the best patient experience.
• Only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need on your doorstep

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

Provide safe compassionate person centred care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care in collaboration with individual/s and the multidisciplinary health care team to achieve quality care outcomes for patients and clients.

What's on Offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment
• Novated leasing
• Remote Area Housing Benefit
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness Passport
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities.

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Current nursing/midwifery registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Current postgraduate or minimum Graduate Certificate qualification in Intensive Care, Coronary Care, or Critical Care.
• Demonstrated application of professional and ethical boundaries to the delivery of patient care in the context of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to advocate for and implement individualised person centred care patient care.
• Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.
• Demonstrated commitment to work and partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait, Islander patients and families and employees to enhance health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Georgia Bartley on [email protected]

Applications Close: 15th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner

Remuneration: $158,236.73 - $169,429.03 +Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:REQ690972

Location: Broken Hill NSW or Buronga NSW

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.

• Great opportunity to join a supportive team and where you can make a real impact in providing the best patient experience.
• We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice role comprising comprehensive assessment, interpretation of diagnostics, and implementation of treatment modalities within the Specialist Palliative Care setting. Palliative Care NP provides independent and collaborative expert palliative care nursing for patients with life limiting illness, particularly in complex cases and across care settings

What is on offer

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!), includes Remote Area Housing Assistance and Meal Entertainment Card
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Special rates at local gyms
• Fitness passport
• Support through advanced education & training
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

About Buronga / Mildura

On the NSW side of the Murray River, Buronga is a beautiful rural town, just 10km from Mildura Victoria, many of our staff live in the booming regional hub of Mildura and travel the short 10 minutes to work. Mildura has a population of over 50,000 and growing with all the facilities of a regional city, yet is uniquely positioned in the scenic, sunraysia region, famous for its sunshine, and horticulture including grapes and oranges. While Mildura thrives as its own destination, it is also a great base for touring many iconic natural wonders and picturesque locations nearby including the world renowned Mungo National Park!

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery board of Australia and endorsement by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Nurse Practitioner with a minimum of 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and at least 3 years full time experience in Palliative Care with post graduate qualifications relevant to Palliative Care.
• Demonstrated high level knowledge and advanced clinical nursing skills including comprehensive assessment, interpretation of diagnostics, implementation of treatment modalities including pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures, and relevant referral skills applied to a broad range of challenging, complex and changing palliative care situations.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical leadership role, negotiation, liaison, interpersonal and problem solving skills within the Palliative Care setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and accountability while also working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and multi service environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and implement change and improvements in clinical practice through initiation, utilisation and review of evidence based research and participation in peer review, quality assurance, quality improvement, patient safety and risk management activities relevant to Palliative Care.
• Demonstrated ability to actively contribute to own continuing professional development and demonstrated experience in providing education and training to other health professionals.
• Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel with the Far West LHD, which may involve overnight stays.
• Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel within the Far West LHD.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Melissa Cumming on [email protected]

Applications Close: 25th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner

Remuneration: $158,236.73 - $169,429.03 +Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:REQ690972

Location: Broken Hill NSW or Buronga NSW

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.

• Great opportunity to join a supportive team and where you can make a real impact in providing the best patient experience.
• We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice role comprising comprehensive assessment, interpretation of diagnostics, and implementation of treatment modalities within the Specialist Palliative Care setting. Palliative Care NP provides independent and collaborative expert palliative care nursing for patients with life limiting illness, particularly in complex cases and across care settings

What is on offer

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!), includes Remote Area Housing Assistance and Meal Entertainment Card
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Special rates at local gyms
• Fitness passport
• Support through advanced education & training
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

About Buronga / Mildura

On the NSW side of the Murray River, Buronga is a beautiful rural town, just 10km from Mildura Victoria, many of our staff live in the booming regional hub of Mildura and travel the short 10 minutes to work. Mildura has a population of over 50,000 and growing with all the facilities of a regional city, yet is uniquely positioned in the scenic, sunraysia region, famous for its sunshine, and horticulture including grapes and oranges. While Mildura thrives as its own destination, it is also a great base for touring many iconic natural wonders and picturesque locations nearby including the world renowned Mungo National Park!

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery board of Australia and endorsement by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Nurse Practitioner with a minimum of 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and at least 3 years full time experience in Palliative Care with post graduate qualifications relevant to Palliative Care.
• Demonstrated high level knowledge and advanced clinical nursing skills including comprehensive assessment, interpretation of diagnostics, implementation of treatment modalities including pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures, and relevant referral skills applied to a broad range of challenging, complex and changing palliative care situations.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical leadership role, negotiation, liaison, interpersonal and problem solving skills within the Palliative Care setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and accountability while also working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and multi service environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and implement change and improvements in clinical practice through initiation, utilisation and review of evidence based research and participation in peer review, quality assurance, quality improvement, patient safety and risk management activities relevant to Palliative Care.
• Demonstrated ability to actively contribute to own continuing professional development and demonstrated experience in providing education and training to other health professionals.
• Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel with the Far West LHD, which may involve overnight stays.
• Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel within the Far West LHD.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Melissa Cumming on [email protected]

Applications Close: 25th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time (until 4th December 2026)

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator

Remuneration:$62.68 - $64.71 per hour + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:REQ696452

Location:Broken Hill

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door!

• Opportunity to work on the frontline to join a truly supportive team that is empowered to provide the ultimate patient experience
• Grow your career with us with ongoing learning and development
• Are you ready to lead and empower our Nurses and Midwives to achieve our vision of excellence in rural and remote health?
• Apply today and enjoy a rewarding career that comes with all the benefits of country living including no traffic, affordable housing and a comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance and wellbeing.

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

• Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical education programs to support ongoing professional clinical development of nursing and midwifery staff to maintain quality care outcomes for patients and clients.
• Nurse Educators are highly valued and vital positions within the Far West LHD as they ensure our patients receive exceptional levels of care by advancing the skills of our staff.
• Our ideal candidate will have vast clinical experience and tertiary qualifications in education and training.

What is on offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment
• Novated leasing
• Remote Area Housing Benefit
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness Passport
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible by selecting APPLY NOW below:

• Current nursing/midwifery registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Current Certificate as a Workplace Trainer and Assessor (currently Certificate IV) or willingness to work towards and attain certificate within 12 months of commencement of position.
• Demonstrated three years' experience as a Registered Nurse providing preceptorship and mentoring to clinicians using adult learning principles and facilitation skills
• Credentialed as an Advanced Life Support Instructor, or willingness to obtain within 12 months of commencement of position.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills as a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced computer skills and use of software programs to develop and deliver education.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and preparedness to travel across rural and remote areas.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Rachel Spangler on [email protected]

Applications Close: 8th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health.

If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time (3 month contract)

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator

Remuneration: $62.68 - $64.71 per hour + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:REQ696453

Location: Broken Hill

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door!

• Opportunity to work on the frontline to join a truly supportive team that is empowered to provide the ultimate patient experience
• Grow your career with us with ongoing learning and development
• Are you ready to lead and empower our Nurses and Midwives to achieve our vision of excellence in rural and remote health?
• Apply today and enjoy a rewarding career that comes with all the benefits of country living including no traffic, affordable housing and a comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance and wellbeing.

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

• Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical education programs to support ongoing professional clinical development of nursing and midwifery staff to maintain quality care outcomes for patients and clients.
• Nurse Educators are highly valued and vital positions within the Far West LHD as they ensure our patients receive exceptional levels of care by advancing the skills of our staff.
• Our ideal candidate will have vast clinical experience and tertiary qualifications in education and training.

What is on offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment
• Novated leasing
• Remote Area Housing Benefit
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness Passport
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible by selecting APPLY NOW below:

• Current nursing/midwifery registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with 3 years' experience working in the specialty of Critical Care.
• Current Certificate as a Workplace Trainer and Assessor (currently Certificate IV) or willingness to work towards and attain certificate within 12 months of commencement of position.
• Current Critical Care Post Graduate Qualification or willingness to work towards and attain certificate within 24 months of commencement of position.
• Willingness to provide mandatory education and training within Critical Care and other specialty areas.
• Credentialed as an Advanced Life Support Instructor and in Triage, or willingness to obtain within 12 months of commencement of position.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills as a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced computer skills and use of software programs to develop and deliver education.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and preparedness to travel across rural and remote areas.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Rachel Spangler on [email protected]

Applications Close: 8th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health.

If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification:Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1

Remuneration: $143,574.55 - $146,512.21 + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:REQ696451

Location: Buronga NSW

• Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference with big impact?
• Opportunity to live and work in one Australia’s biggest food and wine bowl
• Only a short 45min flight to Melbourne, 2 hours to Sydney or drive 4.5 hour to Adelaide

We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

To provide senior clinical input, support, and supervision to the Community Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Service.

• Develop, facilitate implementation and evaluate care management plans for patients with complex health needs.
• Provide expert person-centred consultancy practice, participating in direct patient care provision and provide education on complex clinical issues to consumers and carers.
• Initiate and utilise findings of research in the provision of clinical services through initiation, conducting and dissemination of findings of locally based research in specialty.
• Participate in formal processes for the strategic and operational planning for the clinical service through identification of future needs and planning organisation, delivery and evaluation of specialist consultant service.

What is on offer

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!) $9009 + Meals/Entertainment $2650
• Novated Leasing
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Fitness Passport
• Support through advanced education & training
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Buronga / Mildura

On the NSW side of the Murray River, Buronga is a beautiful rural town, just 10km from Mildura Victoria, many of our staff live in the booming regional hub of Mildura and travel the short 10 minutes to work. Mildura has a population of over 50,000 and growing with all the facilities of a regional city, yet is uniquely positioned in the scenic, sunraysia region, famous for its sunshine, and horticulture including grapes and oranges. While Mildura thrives as its own destination, it is also a great base for touring many iconic natural wonders and picturesque locations nearby including the world renowned Mungo National Park!

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in nursing and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Minimum of five (5) years FTE post graduate MHDA care experience, preferably with post graduate qualifications relevant to MHDA service provision.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work collaboratively and effectively with MHDA consumers and carers.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesise information and develop clear and succinct reports/policy documents/Models of Care.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, present and evaluate education/training.
• Evidence of understanding of and commitment to the consumer/care participation, the recovery model and person centred care.
• Demonstrated ability to work collegially with NGOs and colleagues to the benefit of consumers and carers.
• Demonstrated ability to implement changes and develop direction in clinical practice through planning, quality management and research

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Buronga connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Dale Brown on [email protected]

Applications Close: 25th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $41.23 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 20

Requisition ID: REQ696447

Location: Broken Hill

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door!

• Great opportunity to join a supportive team and where you can make a real impact in providing the best patient experience.

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

• The Hospital in the Home RN will be required to work in the Broken Hill Community and/or Broken Hill Health Service depending on service demand and patient need.
• Complete documentation on patient care plans, progress reports, and referral practices in accordance with requirements and systematically assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care based on patient records.
• Enrol and complete HETI Rural Generalist Nurse Program within the first 6 months of employment.

What is on offer

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Salary packaging (pay less tax!), enjoy up to $9k for living expenses, $2.6k for meals and entertainment
• Novated Leasing
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Fitness Passport and EAP to maintain your health and wellbeing
• Isolation and Climate Allowance
• Professional development with support through advanced education & training to help you develop your career
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW.. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Current nursing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated application of professional and ethical boundaries to the delivery of patient care in the context of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to advocate for and implement individualised person centred care.
• Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.
• Demonstrated commitment to work and partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait, Islander patients and families and employees to enhance health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team. Virtual care skills also an advantage.
• Current unrestricted drivers licence.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Hannah Crowley on [email protected]

Applications Close: 8th October 2026

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type:Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Remuneration:$75,011.91 - $81,508.14 + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ696442

Location:Wentworth NSW (30kms from Mildura VIC)

Take a quick look at"Living and Working"in the Far West

An Exciting Opportunity at Wentworth Health Service

Now is a great time to join the team at Wentworth Health Service. The Wentworth Hospital has undergone a full redevelopment and the brand-new facility opened in September 2025. The new hospital features 19 inpatient beds and a modern emergency department, including two resuscitation bays.

The Wentworth Local Government Area is home to approximately 7,500 residents, with around 1,500 living in the township of Wentworth. Nestled at the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers, Wentworth offers a relaxed lifestyle with all essential amenities. Just 30 km away is the vibrant regional centre of Mildura, which provides a wide range of shops, services and is only a short 45min flight to Melbourne, 2 hours to Sydney or drive 4.5 hour to Adelaide.

If you're looking to be part of a supportive, close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality care, and you're interested in growing your career in a health district that values professional development and work-life balance, we encourage you to apply.

What you'll be doing

Under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, provide safe, compassionate, person centred care in collaboration with individual/s and the multidisciplinary health care team to achieve quality care outcomes for patients and clients.

What we offer you

• Salary packaging (pay less tax!) $9009 + $2650 Meal Entertainment
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness passport
• Professional development and support through advanced education and training
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing (less than a 10 minute commute from anywhere in town and free parking)

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. FWLHD has a mandate to provide the highest quality care and services to its communities using the latest clinical evidence and technological enablers. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible by selecting APPLY NOW below:

• Current Endorsed Enrolled Nurse registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated application of professional and ethical boundaries to the delivery of patient care in the context of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to advocate for and implement individualised person centred care patient care.
• Demonstrated capacity to identify and resolve conflict situations by managing own emotional responses and interacting with others in a personable and professional manner.
• Demonstrated commitment to work and partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait, Islander patients and families and employees to enhance health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.
• Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based best practice and its contribution to changing practice and policies within the organisation.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Timothy O'Neill on [email protected]

Applications Close: 8th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health.

If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time (Until August 2027)

Position Classification:Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2

Remuneration:$64.71 - $66.84 per hour + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:REQ695934

Location:Broken Hill NSW

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.

• Great opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference
• Grow your career with us with training on offer to support your learning

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

The Primary Health Care Schools Based Nurse Program works closely with host schools, children, young adults, families, external organisations and social care providers to promote healthy behaviours, enhance health literacy, prevent and reduce the risk and impact of poor health and disease in a manner which is responsive and respectful to individuals, their families, school communities and other agencies.

The Primary Health Care School Based Nurse Program is responsible for facilitating identification of health, wellbeing and social needs and the coordination of appropriate early intervention, assessments, and referral to services for school-aged children and young people attending designated primary and secondary schools within the FWLHD.

What is on offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• Monthly ADO
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment. (Pro Rata)
• Novated leasing
• Remote Area Housing Benefit
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Corporate rates at local gym (YMCA)
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

Often referred to as an “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs)! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability. With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Current Registered Nurse Division 1 National Registration (AHPRA) with a minimum of 3 years post registration clinical experience working with children and young people, a post registration qualification related to the specialty area of child and family health, or paediatrics, or adolescent / youth health nursing practice, Primary Health Care (child and family health) or other related area or willing to obtain qualifications within six months.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience working with children and young people, including marginalised and at-risk groups, and health promotion, prevention and early intervention approaches and evidence based practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of primary health care practice, specifically within rural and remote Australian context.
• Demonstrated ability to work within an interagency context, with an emphasis on relationship building, service delivery, quality of care and team cohesion, referrals and an ability to identify and improve opportunities to enhance integration of care for children, young people and families.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including advanced verbal and written skills; an ability to negotiate and problem solve; and the capacity to collaborate with and influence health and other professionals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to utilise electronic communication and medical record systems across a variety of applications, including eHealth technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in the provision and development of clinical practice by utilisation of evidence based research with a demonstrated understanding of current NSW Ministry of Health Policies and National and State Standards in relation to children and young people.
• Current NSW State driver's licence (including P1 or above) and willingness to use for work purposes.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Kara Leonard on [email protected]

Applications Close: 5th October 2026

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2

Remuneration:$128,301.89 - $132,523.13 + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ695218

Location:Broken Hill NSW

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.

• Great opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference
• Grow your career with us with training on offer to support your learning

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical education programs to support ongoing professional clinical development of nursing and midwifery staff to maintain quality care outcomes for patients and clients.

What is on offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• Monthly ADO
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment. (Pro Rata)
• Novated leasing
• Remote Area Housing Benefit
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Corporate rates at local gym (YMCA)
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

Often referred to as an “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs)! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability. With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Current Authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Current Certificate as a Workplace Trainer and Assessor (currently Certificate IV) or willingness to work towards and attain certification within 12 months of commencement of position.
• Currently FLECC credentialed or willingness to work towards and attain certification within 24 months of commencement of position.
• Demonstrated three years' experience providing clinical teaching and education to clinicians using adult learning principles and facilitation skills.
• Credentialed in Triage and as an Advanced Life Support Instructor, or willingness to obtain within 12 months of commencement of position.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills as a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced computer skills and use of software programs to develop and deliver education.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and preparedness to drive and travel long distance across rural and remote areas and preparedness to be away from home for extended periods of time, including travelling between district sites and staying in remote areas for work.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Rachel Spangler on [email protected]

Applications Close: 5th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time (Until December 2026)

Position Classification:Registered Nurse

Remuneration:$41.23 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ695220

Location: Broken Hill

We are only considering applications from candidates with valid work rights.

• Great opportunity to join a supportive team and where you can make a real impact in providing the best patient experience.
• Only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need on your doorstep

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

Provide safe compassionate person centred care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care in collaboration with individual/s and the multidisciplinary health care team to achieve quality care outcomes for patients and clients.

What's on Offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment
• Novated leasing
• Remote Area Housing Benefit
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness Passport
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities.

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

• Current nursing/midwifery registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Current postgraduate or minimum Graduate Certificate qualification in Intensive Care, Coronary Care, or Critical Care.
• Demonstrated application of professional and ethical boundaries to the delivery of patient care in the context of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to advocate for and implement individualised person centred care patient care.
• Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.
• Demonstrated commitment to work and partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait, Islander patients and families and employees to enhance health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Georgia Bartley on [email protected]

Applications Close: 5th October 2026

Stepping Up

The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit:

https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

#RuralHealthIncentives