Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time until October 2026
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 Per Annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Requisition ID: REQ609195
Location: Belmont Hospital
Closing: Sunday, 19th October 2025

Benefits
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
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

About the Unit
The Transition to Residential Aged Care (TRAC) Unit is a unique 20-bed ward where acute care nursing meets residential aged care. Our patients have recovered from their acute medical episodes, but during their hospital journey, it’s determined that returning home is no longer the safest option.

The TRAC Unit provides a compassionate and supportive environment for patients and their families as they prepare for the next stage of care. Working closely with patients, families, and carers, our team helps each person transition smoothly and respectfully into aged care facilities, ensuring their medical, emotional, and social needs are met along the way.

Our team culture is collaborative, supportive, and deeply empathetic. We take pride in providing holistic, person-centred care during what is often a significant and emotional life transition.

About the Role
As a Registered Nurse in the TRAC Unit, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting patients through a defining moment in their healthcare journey. You’ll deliver comprehensive geriatric and palliative nursing care, manage complex health needs, and provide emotional support to patients and their families as they prepare for aged care placement.

Every day brings a mix of clinical practice, care coordination, and compassionate communication. The Transition to Residential Aged Care Unit provides an exceptionally supportive environment, with dedicated education support available to you five days a week! You will also receive a comprehensive orientation and ongoing access to experienced mentors, educators and nursing leaders to help you build confidence and develop new skills.

Who We’re Looking For
This is an excellent opportunity for nurses who are passionate about aged care and holistic health, as well as those looking to expand their clinical skills in a nurturing, education-focused environment.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
Committed to evidence-based, compassionate care and continuous professional development
Knowledgeable and understanding of aging, disabilities and geriatric nursing
Experienced in care of older persons, medical nursing, and dementia care
Genuinely passionate about aged care and person-centred practice
Empathetic and patient, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Team-oriented, but confident working independently in a dynamic environment
Motivated to learn and grow — junior and early-career nurses are encouraged to apply

Requirements
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Why You’ll Love Belmont
Belmont is a picturesque lakeside suburb perched between Lake Macquarie and the Pacific Ocean — offering the perfect balance of tranquil natural beauty and everyday conveniences. You’ll enjoy waterfront living, scenic walking and cycling tracks (like the Fernleigh & Awabakal Shared Track), access to sandy beaches and calm lake spots such as Belmont Baths, plus lovely cafés and community hubs.

It’s only about a 30-minute drive to Newcastle, meaning you get regional charm without losing access to major city facilities, while local schools, shops, and health services make it ideal for families and professionals alike.

Ready to make a meaningful impact in aged care nursing?
Apply now to join our dedicated TRAC team and be part of a service that delivers compassionate care when it matters most.

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 Janette Eeles on [email protected]