Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner/ Transitional Nurse Practitioner

Find purpose and passion in your career with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. $143,851.10 - $154,025.92 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Nowra Community Health Centre | REQ | Grade: Nurse Practitioner | Applications close: 4 January 2026 Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. Job Overview The Transitional Nurse Practitioner (TNP)/ Nurse Practitioner (NP) will provide a high level of evidence-based nursing care within the specialty area of Palliative Care - End of Life nursing. The TNP/NP role will improve access of care and address gaps in existing health care services through the provision of a flexible and innovative model of care. The TNP/NP will provide clinical and professional leadership as an expert in the clinical field and will undertake comprehensive health assessments and collaborate and consult with other members of the health care team to plan, implement, and evaluate care. This integrated approach will support best practice and maximise patient care outcomes. Qualifications A Nurse Practitioner must have current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) who is endorsed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. A Transitional Nurse Practitioner must be a Registered Nurse (AHPRA) working towards Nurse Practitioner endorsement with at least 5 years post graduate experience and at least 3 years in the relevant field. The TNP is appointed for a provisional period of up to three (3) years until the applicant meets the NMBA requirements for Nurse Practitioner endorsement. A little about us In the Shoalhaven, on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate three hospital sites: David Berry Hospital, Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital and Milton Ulladulla Hospital. There are many benefits of living and working in the Shoalhaven. The region is home to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events. Benefits of working with ISLHD. Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Apply now Read the Position Description, then submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within our online portal. The following essential requirements must be met: Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role. Current AHPRA Registration who is endorsed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia OR Registered Nurse with AHPRA working towards Nurse Practitioner endorsement with 5 years post graduate experience and at least 3 years in the relevant field. Valid NSW Drivers Licence. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying? Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information. Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. For role-related queries or help applying, contact Ashlie Taylor on ************@health.nsw.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr