Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Department

About the role

Hunter New England Local Health District is recruiting a Nurse Practitioner for the Emergency Department at Singleton District Hospital. The role is permanent and full time (38 hours per week), with remuneration of $158,236.73 to $169,429.03 per year. You will provide high-quality, evidence-based emergency care autonomously within your scope of practice, working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager, the clinical education team and Visiting Medical Officers.

Key responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing review of patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
• Develop and implement evidence-based care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions within your scope of practice.
• Work with the Nurse Unit Manager, clinical education team, Visiting Medical Officers and other professionals to support quality care.
• Provide clinical leadership, guidance and professional support to nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Promote evidence-based practice, quality improvement and continuous professional development.
• Evaluate clinical outcomes and identify ways to improve patient care and service delivery.
• Build relationships with patients, families and community stakeholders.

Required profile

• Recent advanced nursing practice experience in Emergency or Critical Care, supported by clinical leadership, education and management experience.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and current endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Board-approved Nurse Practitioner qualification at Master's level or equivalent.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and ability to travel as required.
• Australian citizenship, Australian permanent residency, or New Zealand citizenship with a current passport; no visa sponsorship available.

Required skills

• Strong assessment, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to consult, collaborate and refer appropriately.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to quality improvement, research, professional development and culturally respectful care.

What we offer

• Ongoing learning and professional development.
• Monthly allocated days off for full-time employees.
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
• Fitness Passport with discounted gym options.
• Employee Assistance Program.