Employment Type: Permanent Full Time / Part Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 per hour + 11.5% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ585496

Applications will be monitored periodically

About the role:
Become a valued member of our dynamic team as an Enrolled Nurse, where you’ll contribute significantly to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care. In this role, you’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess patient needs, create tailored care plans, implement clinical interventions, and monitor outcomes. Your clinical skills and compassionate approach will play a vital role in ensuring care that meets the highest standards of safety and excellence.

Safe staffing levels will ensure patient care is delivered safely and effectively, with staff feeling supported to provide the best outcomes, maintain patient safety, and contribute to a positive and sustainable work environment.

Why Maitland Hospital:

Our hospital has now transitioned to a new facility in January 2022 with state of the art technology in patient care. Maitland Hospital has been built to provide patients with high quality care in a modern and comfortable environment and it embraces technology and innovation, allowing staff new, improved ways to work that will deliver better health outcomes.

Maitland ED and newly opened an 8 bed Emergency Short Stay Unit (ESSU) to support flow and care for our patients. Successful candidates will be required to work within the Emergency Department including the ESSU.

Work alongside an exceptional team in a truly supportive environment where collaboration, respect, and professional growth are part of everyday life. You'll be surrounded by colleagues who value teamwork and are committed to providing the best care and support—for both patients and each other.

About you:

If you have a warm, person-centred approach and a passion for providing high-quality care, we want to hear from you. You'll bring strong acute care skills, confidence in fast-paced hospital environments, and the ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team. We value nurses who reflect on their practice, seek ongoing growth, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues alike.

We’d love to have you on board—apply now if this feels like the right fit for you!

Requirements and additional information:

Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)

Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance

Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing

Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Natasha Bailey on [email protected]

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.

Please contact [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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