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Far West Local Health District

$9.0K/mo

Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2 Remuneration : $128,301.89 - $132,523.13 + Superannuation Hours Per ... Remote Area Housing Benefit * Isolation & climate allowance * Corporate rates at local gym (YMCA)

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How much do remote area nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote area nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to make an extra $2000 a month as a nurse?

A remote area nurse can increase income by taking on additional shifts, working overtime, or offering telehealth consultations outside regular hours. Developing specialized skills or certifications in high-demand areas like emergency or mental health nursing can also command higher pay or allow for side opportunities.

How to make $300,000 as a nurse online?

Remote area nurses can increase earnings by offering telehealth consultations, developing specialized skills, or obtaining advanced certifications. Building a strong online presence, such as through telehealth platforms or health coaching, can also help reach higher income levels, but earning $300,000 annually typically requires multiple income streams or advanced roles.

What is the difference between Remote Area Nurse vs Community Nurse?

AspectRemote Area NurseCommunity Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) with additional training in remote healthcareRegistered Nurse (RN) with community health training
Work EnvironmentIsolated rural or remote locations, often in regional or Indigenous communitiesLocal community settings, clinics, or health centers within urban or suburban areas
Employer & IndustryGovernment health departments, NGOs, remote clinicsPublic health agencies, local clinics, community health organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in remote healthcare settingsComparing community-based nursing roles

Remote Area Nurses and Community Nurses both serve vital roles in healthcare, but they differ mainly in work environment and setting. Remote Area Nurses work in isolated locations, providing essential care in challenging conditions, while Community Nurses operate within local communities, focusing on preventive care and health education. Both roles require RN credentials but cater to different populations and environments.

What are Remote Area Nurses?

Remote Area Nurses (RANs) are registered nurses who provide primary healthcare services in isolated and rural communities, often in locations with limited access to medical facilities. They deliver a wide range of care, including emergency response, chronic disease management, health education, and preventive services. RANs often work autonomously and may be the primary healthcare provider for an entire community. Their role is vital in ensuring that people living in remote areas receive quality healthcare comparable to urban settings.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote Area Nurses, and how are they typically addressed?

Remote Area Nurses often work in isolated locations with limited access to immediate medical support and resources. They may encounter a wide variety of health issues, sometimes outside the typical scope of nursing, and need to make autonomous clinical decisions. To address these challenges, nurses receive specialized training, participate in ongoing professional development, and have access to telehealth consultations with doctors and specialists. Effective communication, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills are essential for success in this dynamic and rewarding role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Area Nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Area Nurse, you need a comprehensive clinical background, current nursing registration, and experience in acute, emergency, and primary healthcare settings. Familiarity with telehealth systems, point-of-care testing devices, and remote patient management tools is essential. Strong problem-solving, cultural sensitivity, and resilience are crucial soft skills for adapting to isolated environments and diverse communities. These competencies ensure effective, autonomous care delivery and build trust in under-resourced, geographically isolated areas.

What remote jobs can a nurse get?

Remote nursing jobs for nurses include telehealth provider, telemedicine nurse, case manager, health coach, and remote patient educator. These roles often require strong communication skills, clinical knowledge, and familiarity with electronic health records and telehealth platforms.

How to make 200,000 a year as a nurse?

Remote area nurses can earn up to $200,000 annually by gaining advanced certifications, specializing in high-demand fields like critical care or anesthesia, and working in remote or underserved regions that offer higher pay. Increasing experience, taking on leadership roles, and working overtime or multiple shifts can also boost income, especially in areas with shortages or high patient acuity.
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Infographic showing various Remote Area Nurse job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2- RHS Education

Far West Local Health District

Remote

$9.0K/mo

Other

PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

This position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part time), under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2
Remuneration: $128,301.89 - $132,523.13 + Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ681405
Location: Broken Hill NSW
We really aren't that far away - only 3 hours' drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.

  • Great opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference
  • Grow your career with us with training on offer to support your learning

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.
What you'll be doing
 

Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical education programs to support ongoing professional clinical development of nursing and midwifery staff to maintain quality care outcomes for patients and clients. 
 

What is on offer

  • 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
  • Monthly ADO
  • Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment. (Pro Rata)
  • Novated leasing
  • Remote Area Housing Benefit
  • Isolation & climate allowance
  • Corporate rates at local gym (YMCA)
  • Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities
     

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

Often referred to as an "Oasis in the Outback", Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia's first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs)! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability. With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafes.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:

  • Current Authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
  • Current Certificate as a Workplace Trainer and Assessor (currently Certificate IV) or willingness to work towards and attain certification within 12 months of commencement of position.
  • Currently FLECC credentialed or willingness to work towards and attain certification within 24 months of commencement of position.
  • Demonstrated three years' experience providing clinical teaching and education to clinicians using adult learning principles and facilitation skills.
  • Credentialed in Triage and as an Advanced Life Support Instructor, or willingness to obtain within 12 months of commencement of position.
  • Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills as a Registered Nurse.
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced computer skills and use of software programs to develop and deliver education.
  • Eligibility to drive in NSW and preparedness to drive and travel long distance across rural and remote areas and preparedness to be away from home for extended periods of time, including travelling between district sites and staying in remote areas for work.

The Welcome Experience  

The Welcome Experience in connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Rachel Spangler on Rachel.Spangler@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: Friday 21st August 2026

Stepping Up
The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health.  If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ 

Empower, listen and act together
Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

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