Are you a nurse, midwife or allied health professional looking for a change?
Short term opportunities in regional, rural or remote NSW could be just what you’re after with accommodation and travel costs covered.
Apply now
We offer you the chance to travel and apply your skills and experiences in hospitals or health services where they are most needed.
We are looking for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals to work in vibrant and beautiful regions of rural and remote NSW. We will cover your accommodation and travel costs and provide other benefits to ensure you are well supported.
There are two streams under this program, Central Resource Unit (CRU) and Deployment Expression of Interest (EOI). Each with different eligibility, purpose, and deployment conditions.
You can apply for both. The Deployment EOI is only available to existing NSW Health employees. CRU is open to health professionals who can work casually. Full time permanent positions are also available to registered nurses and midwives.
The Deployment EOI is perfect for you. You will be contacted when critical support is needed. Seek approval from your manager and register for Deployment EOI stream.
Yes you can.
You should apply through the CRU stream.
Sign up for our live webinar to learn more about the exciting opportunities available through the NSW Health Deployment Program. Our team will guide you through both streams, application process, key program benefits, and how we can support you.
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You can also watch our webinar which was held on 8 May, 2025.
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:
NSW Health offers career opportunities, variety and mobility, broadening your horizons through unique experiences.
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 starting point is Sydney.
Our team will coordinate travel and accommodation in consultation with the receiving LHD. Accommodation is often located on site.
Depending on your employment type, you may be eligible for annual, sick and long service leave, please refer to the NSW Health award and conditions.
Our Workforce Operational Strategic Unit (WOSU) supports you with a range of resources, benefits and programs to help you make the most of your deployment.
You might also be eligible to access the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (RHWIS).
There are additional supports available from the NSW Government:
Opportunities are listed on the NSW Health jobs board and are updated regularly. Please type “CRU” into the search bar to see current roles.
Careers StaffLink Deployment EOI
StaffLink is only accessible to current NSW Health staff.
We are currently recruiting:
Read these and other first-hand Stories from our deployed staff.
"When I was a new migrant to Australia... I was struggling. I got so much support to settle me here... from that point, I made a decision that I'd like to do something to help people out. This is my way to return something back..." - Registered nurse Jian relishes the opportunity to make a positive difference in Ballina.
"I find the country people, the nurses, the staff, the patients themselves are really, really nice, very kind. They're just good people, good down-to-earth people." - Enrolled nurse Lesley has enjoyed creating new connections and experiencing a different lifestyle in the beautiful town of Dorrigo.
"All the experience that I gained in such a short time...I was able to progress to a clinical nurse educator in a permanent role..." - Registered nurse Samuel discusses the personal and professional rewards of deployment work.
"It's amazing... you get paid to travel and explore new places at the same time... It's a good feeling knowing you're able to help out" - Registered nurse Cass speaks about her enjoyment of supporting regional health outcomes, while being able to explore new areas of the state.
