Employment Type: Permanent Full time & Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 ph.
Hours Per Week: Various
Requisition ID: REQ661779
Applications Close: 24th June 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 

What you'll be doing
Medical A (28 beds) and Medical B (32 beds) Wards provide a combined 60-bed acute medical service within a busy regional hospital, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a broad range of medical sub-specialties, including General Medicine, Cardiology (including telemetry), Respiratory Medicine, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology, Infectious Diseases, Geriatric Medicine, Haematology, Palliative and Supportive Care.

The Medical A Ward includes 4 High Dependency Unit beds and 4 Telemetry beds, supporting the care of patients with increased clinical complexity and acuity, requiring enhanced monitoring, timely clinical escalation, and multidisciplinary management.

As a Registered Nurse, you will deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care to acutely unwell patients while working collaboratively within a skilled multidisciplinary team, with a strong focus on patient safety, quality outcomes, and escalation in line with local policy. This role requires participation in a seven-day rotating roster, including morning, evening, and night shifts. You will work closely with medical officers, allied health professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated and holistic care for patients throughout their admission.

 

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

Why Join Our Medical Unit

We are seeking motivated and compassionate Registered Nurses who value teamwork and professional practice. In this role, you will:

• Provide evidence-based nursing care in an acute medical environment
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team

 

• Support and guide less experienced staff
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture based on collaboration, respect, and accountability

 

About the Location

Coffs Harbour offers a stunning coastal lifestyle, perfectly situated halfway between Sydney and Brisbane. Imagine living where uncrowded beaches, national parks, and the Solitary Islands Marine Park are right on your doorstep. With a relaxed seaside lifestyle, there’s no shortage of opportunities for outdoor adventures, family fun, and enjoying the natural beauty of the Mid North Coast.

At the heart of the region, Coffs Harbour Health Campus is a leading 357-bed Level 5 teaching hospital and the major referral centre for the area. Joining our team means you’ll work in a state-of-the-art facility, with access to a wide range of specialist services, and be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team making a real difference in the community.

Why Join Our Medical Unit Team?

We’re seeking committed, proactive Registered Nurses who are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

You will:

• Deliver evidence-based, patient-centred care
• Work collaboratively with a skilled and dedicated healthcare team
• Support and mentor less experienced clinicians
• Embrace and contribute to our values of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment

 

What We Offer

At MNCLHD, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer meaningful careers with genuine work–life balance and professional growth.

You’ll enjoy:

• Supportive leadership and a positive team culture
• Opportunities for development in a major regional ICU
• Allocated Days Off (ADO) for full-time staff
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Fitness Passport access

 

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

 

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
 

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ  

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx. 

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS. 

Need more information? 
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For role related queries or questions contact Kim Henderson on Kim•••••••••••@health.nsw.gov.au

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected]

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