NSW Health Deployment Program

Are you a nurse, midwife or allied health professional looking for a change of pace?

Short term positions in regional, rural or remote NSW could be just what you’re after with accommodation and travel costs covered.

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What is the NSW Health Deployment Program?

We provide opportunities to travel and work at hospitals or health services that have a need for your skills and experience.

We are seeking nurses, midwives and allied health professionals to work across exciting and beautiful regional, rural and remote NSW. We’ll cover your accommodation and travel costs and provide other benefits to ensure you’re well supported.

Here is what's on offer:

  • Two – 13 week opportunities in Australia’s largest health system
  • Opportunities for nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals
  • Accommodation, travel and other benefits
  • Endless opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Meeting new people and learning new skills
  • Exploring NSW and experiencing a change of pace.

If you don’t work for NSW Health already, Register your interest or watch the webinar recording below to learn more.

If you already work for NSW Health, seek approval from your manager and register at the ‘Deployment EOI’ in StaffLink​.

StaffLink Deployment EOI*

Watch the webinar

Find out more and hear from staff who've been there in our webinar which was held on 15 October, 2024.

 

Is deployment work right for you?

You will have the opportunity to travel and work for different local health districts and speciality networks across NSW.

This might suit you if you are:

  • ​Looking for a job that provides you the flexibility to travel and work ​
  • Looking for new, different, and positive environments and experiences from your job
  • Seeking a career break but don’t want to lose your professional skills
  • Seeking opportunities for professional development and growth that might not be available in metropolitan areas 
  • Interested in being in places for short periods of time, with the opportunity to stay for longer 
  • Curious to know what a role or location is like but can’t commit to a permanent role.

NSW Health can open career opportunities, bring variety and mobility into your working life and broaden your horizons with unique experiences.​

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Life in the NSW Health Deployment Program:

What type of work is available?

Full time and casual opportunities are available while on deployment. You will be required to work a roster to meet the needs of the facility. This may include shift work.

How long are the deployments?

Deployments can last two – 13 weeks. If the local health district would like you to continue after the deployment, they may offer you a temporary contract.

What about accommodation, meals, travel and benefits?

Your accommodation, travel (flights and care hire), meals and some out-of-pocket costs will be paid under the NSW Health Travel Policy​. The travel start point is Sydney.

Will I accrue leave?

​Full time staff will accrue annual, sick and long service leave as detailed in the NSW Health a​ward and conditions.​

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How do we support our staff?

Our Workforce Operational Strategic Unit (WOSU) supports you with a range of resources, benefits and programs to help you make the most out of your deployment both personally and professionally. 

​You might also be eligible to access the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (RHWIS).

There are also supports available from the NSW Government:

The Welcome Experience | NSW Government This exciting new service provides essential government workers and their families with the support they need to move into regional communities. Settle in and become one of the locals. 

Essential Worker Partner Employment Support | NSW Government This service supports the partners of essential workers to secure relevant and meaningful employment in their new regional community.​

How do I apply?

Currently available roles are listed on the NSW Health jobs board and are updated regularly. Please type “CRU” into the search engine to see current roles.

Or to discuss your skills, experience and availability, you can email MOH-CentralResourceUnit@health.nsw.gov.au and we will contact you.​​

Register your interestStaffLink Deployment EOI*

*StaffLink is only accessible to current NSW Health. If you are not currently employed with NSW Health please register your interest.​

Current opportunities

We are currently recruiting for:

  • En​rolled ​Nurses
  • Registered Midwives
  • Registered Nurses
  • Dietitians
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Pharmacists
  • Physiotherapists
  • Podiatrists
  • Social Workers 
  • Speech Pathologists.

Stories from our NSW Health rural workforce

Read these and other first-hand Stories from our deployed staff.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Current as at: Tuesday 11 June 2024