Registered Nurse - Float Pool - Coffs Harbour Health Campus

Employment Type : Permanent Full Time / Permanent Part Time Position Classification : Registered Nurse Remuneration : $41.22 - $57.88 ph. Hours Per Week : Various Requisition ID : REQ 699982 Applications Close: 16th of November 2026 Please complete application as soon as possible as interviews to be conducted on ongoing basis Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

Why Join Us The Float Pool at Coffs Harbour Hospital provides a flexible nursing workforce that supports safe staffing and quality patient care across a variety of clinical areas, including medical, surgical, sub-acute, and specialty services. The team plays a vital role in maintaining patient flow, managing workforce demands, and responding to changing clinical activity.

As a Registered Nurse in the Float Pool, you will deliver evidence-based, patient-centred care across multiple wards, adapting to different clinical environments, patient needs, and multidisciplinary teams. The role requires strong clinical skills, sound judgement, effective prioritisation, and adherence to NSW Health policies and escalation procedures.

Nurses work on a seven-day rotating roster, including morning, evening, and night shifts, and may be allocated to different wards based on service requirements. This position is ideal for adaptable and motivated nurses seeking to broaden their clinical experience, develop versatility across specialties, and contribute to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Opportunities exist for permanent and temporary full-time or part-time positions. Located on the Mid North Coast, Coffs Harbour Health Campus is a 357-bed Level 5 teaching hospital and major referral centre, offering exposure to a wide range of specialties while enjoying a desirable coastal lifestyle.

Benefits

Diverse clinical exposure and professional development opportunities Supportive leadership and team environment Opportunities to work across multiple specialties Allocated Days Off (ADO) for eligible full-time staff Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff) Employee Assistance Program Fitness Passport access The role suits proactive Registered Nurses who are committed to delivering safe, high-quality care, working collaboratively, and thriving in dynamic clinical settings.

What you'll be doing Practicing and promoting safe, efficient and effective nursing care that reflects current standards of nursing practices and current Mid North Coast Local Health District policies and procedures.

About You

You are a Registered Nurse with current NMBA registration and proven experience in acute hospital settings. You demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to deliver safe, evidence-based patient care. Your excellent communication and interpersonal abilities enable you to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, coordinate patient care, and achieve positive outcomes.

Adaptable and reliable, you are committed to high-quality nursing practice and are able to work across a seven-day rotating roster, including night shifts and public holidays. 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 MNCLHD-Workforce. Support@health.nsw.gov.au . 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. Are you interested in moving to the Mid North Coast? Learn more at The Welcome Experience . A free service supporting businesses, essential workers and their families who are considering moving or have made the move to regional NSW. A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS. Need more information?

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