Senior Registered Nurse Gnowangerup Hospital
Employer: WA Health / Great Southern Health Region
Location: Gnowangerup, Western Australia
Employment Type: Full Time (76 hours per fortnight, rostered across all shifts, may include on-call)
Contract Period: Night duty rotations (7 on / 7 off) commencing 27 October 2025 to 30 November 2025
Accommodation: Provided
The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse ready for a rewarding rural experience? We are seeking a Senior RN with competencies in ALS, Emergency & Triage or ETS, to join our dedicated team at Gnowangerup Hospital. In this role you will:
- Provide clinical leadership and high-level nursing care across ED, Acute Care and Aged Care
- Participate on a rotating roster covering all shifts (day, evening, night)
- Undertake night duty shifts under a 7 on / 7 off schedule during the period 27/10/25 30/11/25
- Be available for on-call duties as required
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver person-centred care
About Gnowangerup Hospital & Great Southern Health Region
Gnowangerup Hospital is part of the WA Country Health Service in the Great Southern region and provides 24-hour hospital, emergency, community health and aged care services to the local community. Healthdirect+1
Under the Southern Inland Health Initiative, the hospital underwent a significant upgrade, including a new emergency treatment room, improved ambulance bay, upgraded infrastructure and safety systems. WA Country Health Service
Gnowangerup is a rural town approximately 61 km south-east of Katanning in the Great Southern region of WA. Wikipedia+2Mapcarta+2 The Shire of Gnowangerup spans around 4,268 km with a small but tight-knit community. Wikipedia
Life in Gnowangerup offers you the chance to live in a relaxed, rural setting with access to community amenities, local schools, beautiful natural surrounds, and the satisfaction of making a real difference in regional healthcare.
Key Selection Criteria & Requirements
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Senior RN experience including Advanced Life Support (ALS)
- Competency or certification in Emergency & Triage (ED / ETS)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, especially in a rural hospital setting
- Strong communication, leadership and teamwork skills
- Willingness to rotate through all clinical areas (ED, Acute, Aged Care)
- Flexibility to work night shifts and participate in on-call roster
What We Offer
- Accommodation provided for the duration of the contract
- The opportunity to gain valuable experience in multi-disciplinary care across ED, acute and aged care
- Supportive team environment in a regional health service
- Exposure to rural health challenges and broad scope of practice
If you are a committed, proactive senior nurse seeking an enriching rural health experience, we encourage you to apply.
