Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until October 2026 Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $1566.70 - $2199.59 per week Hours Per Week: 40 Location: Gosford Hospital Requisition ID: REQ667432 Applications Close: 26 July 2026 at 11:59pm Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding role where you can deliver exceptional care beyond the hospital setting? Join our dedicated Community Nursing team and help older people remain healthy, independent, and supported within their homes and Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs). About the Opportunity As a Registered Nurse (Aged Care), you will provide comprehensive nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation using evidence-based practice. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in promoting health, preventing avoidable hospital admissions, supporting rehabilitation, and delivering compassionate end-of-life care when required. You will build strong relationships with clients, families, Residential Aged Care Facilities, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, holistic care that supports people to live safely and independently for as long as possible. In this role you will: Deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care to older people in the community and Residential Aged Care Facilities. Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, develop care plans, and monitor client outcomes. Collaborate with GPs, families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care. Promote health, independence, and wellbeing while helping prevent avoidable hospital admissions. For more information about this role, please view the Position Description About You We are looking for someone who has: Current registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with AHPRA Recent experience in Acute Care, Community Nursing, or Aged Care, with strong clinical assessment and care planning skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Strong clinical judgement, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering person-centred, evidence-based care. A current Australian Driver Licence, sound computer skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a community setting. Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Benefits Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave. Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance. Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities. Need More Information? Naomi McManus Phone: 0482 804 Email: health.nsw.gov.au Click here to find out more about applying for this position. Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3 for one-on-one support. Vaccination Requirements All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes: Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. Additional Information An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions. Stay Connected Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates. You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 .
