Emergency Department Registered Nurse - ED RN

Job Description

Emergency Registered Nurse – Multiple Locations | Northern NSW LHD (Travel Nurse Contracts)

Up to $68.49/hr + super + penalties + $1600 completion bonus | Travel nursing contracts NSW | Free accommodation and travel allowance

Join HealthX as an experienced Emergency Registered Nurse and take your expertise to Northern NSW emergency departments. These 6–12 week regional and rural NSW contracts offer competitive pay, fully covered travel and accommodation, and daily reimbursements — ideal for RNs seeking ED travel nurse roles across NNSWLHD.

Why you’ll love this opportunity

• Up to $68.49 per hour + super + shift penalties
• $1600 HealthX contract completion bonus
• Travel nurse contracts with accommodation provided
• 6–12 week ED contracts – extensions available
• Work across multiple NNSWLHD hospitals in regional, rural, and coastal locations
• Gain broad emergency nursing experience with autonomy and variety

About the Role

As a Travel Emergency Registered Nurse, you will provide high-quality emergency care in fast-paced ED environments. You’ll manage patients with a wide range of acute presentations, work with dedicated local teams, and deliver critical interventions in line with NSW Health protocols.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive emergency nursing care, including triage, resuscitation, and urgent interventions
• Perform cannulation, venepuncture, and medication administration
• Monitor patient conditions and escalate care when necessary
• Collaborate with medical, nursing, and allied health teams
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to facility protocols
• Support patient education, safety, and discharge planning

Locations – Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

Major Hospitals:

• Lismore Base Hospital
• Grafton Base Hospital
• Ballina District Hospital
• Murwillumbah District Hospital

Smaller / District & Multipurpose Sites:

• Maclean District Hospital
• Byron Central Hospital
• Casino & District Memorial Hospital
• Bonalbo Multipurpose Service
• Kyogle Multipurpose Service
• Nimbin Multipurpose Service
• Urbenville Multipurpose Service

What you’ll need

• Current AHPRA Registration (Registered Nurse – Division 1)
• Minimum 1 year recent Emergency Department experience
• ALS certification and strong resuscitation/triage skills
• Current working rights in Australia (urgent, non-sponsorship role)

About HealthX

HealthX is a trusted Australian healthcare employer specialising in regional, rural, and travel nursing contracts. We directly employ our nurses and partner with NSW Health Local Health Districts across the state.

Our travel nurses receive dedicated support, consistent contracts, and the opportunity to build rewarding careers while delivering vital emergency care in regional, rural, and coastal communities.

Why work in Northern NSW LHD EDs

• Competitive pay and travel allowances for regional, rural, and coastal ED work
• Broader clinical exposure across diverse emergency presentations
• Greater clinical autonomy and hands-on practice
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership
• Experience Northern NSW towns, hinterlands, and coastal communities while making a tangible impact in emergency care