Nurse Practitioner Candidate

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region.Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS. 

Ready to take the next step as a Nurse Practitioner Candidate in a thriving regional ED? Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is seeking an experienced Emergency Nurse to join our team in a rewarding 12‑month parental leave position, commencing May 2026.

The Contract: Fixed Term Part Time, 64 hours per fortnight (until May 2027) 

About the Role:

As a Nurse Practitioner Candidate, you will deliver expert emergency care to a diverse patient population, working closely with a supportive multidisciplinary team. You’ll collaborate with Endorsed Nurse Practitioners and Senior Medical Officers while building your advanced practice capability, with strong opportunities to contribute to clinical leadership, evidence-based care, and quality improvement initiatives.

About the Emergency Department:

Our Emergency Department provides care to the Bairnsdale and East Gippsland community, managing approximately 23,000 presentations each year. The service includes a 5-bed Short Stay Unit and a dedicated fast-track area supporting Nurse Practitioner-led care. The team comprises ED Senior Medical Officers, HMOs, interns, VMOs, and a well-established Nurse Practitioner group — a valued feature in a regional setting — creating a highly collaborative, supportive, and education-focused environment.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a well-established Nurse Practitioner team, with strong peer support and mentorship.
• Gain broad clinical exposure across all areas of emergency care - not just fast track.
• No overnight shifts — enjoy work-life balance in a high-impact role to enjoy East Gippsland’s beautiful lifestyle.
• Relocation support available, including up to 6 weeks accommodation.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Qualifications & Registration: Current AHPRA registration and evidence of enrolment or commitment to completing a Master of Advanced Nursing Practice (or equivalent)
• Emergency Nursing Expertise: At least 5 years’ experience in emergency nursing, with demonstrated advanced clinical skills, ALS accreditation, and triage competence in keeping with undertaking an advanced practice role.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Proven ability to lead change, mentor colleagues and work both autonomously and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Clinical Excellence & Safe Practice: Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care, safe prescribing practices, and continuous professional development.

Please refer to the position description for the full selection criteria here.

For more information contact Gemma Granger, Acting Nurse Unit Manager on 03 5150 3360.

Applications close: Wednesday, 27th May 2026

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At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve.  We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported.  Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at people.culture@brhs.com.au

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is deeply committed to an environment that supports the safety and wellbeing of all people including children.  Read our full values and commitments here.