Enrolled Nurse

Employment Type: Permanent / Temporary / Full-Time / Part-Time / Casual (Flexible opportunities available)
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration:  $32.79 - $35.63 per hour + 12% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Maitland Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ594791
Applications Close: Thursday, 21st August 2025

About the Role
Maitland Hospital is seeking enthusiastic Enrolled Nurses (ENs) to join our dedicated nursing team in 5b. If you are passionate about patient-centred care and thrive in a fast-paced hospital setting, we’d love to hear from you!

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within our general and medical wards, where recent experience in similar settings is highly desirable. You will provide high-quality, individualised care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, ensuring safe and effective outcomes for patients.

"Working on 5b has always been a fast paced, supportive environment. We are surrounded by a team that always works together and brings a meaningful impact on patient outcomes daily. We are led by an exceptional NUM who is always available to listen to any concerns or jump on the floor to help out when and if required. It is a fantastic place to grow within your career as a nurse and also be a part of a fun and friendly team."  Laura- EN 5B 


What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver excellent nursing care with compassion, respect, and professionalism
• Collaborate with a specialised multidisciplinary team including allied health, medical specialists, and support staff
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members
• Maintain thorough, accurate clinical documentation
• Actively contribute to a safe, positive, and inclusive workplace culture
• Follow through on responsibilities proactively, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard

You’ll be supported through tailored orientation and training, including online modules and supernumerary time, access to ongoing professional development, a supportive Nursing Unit Manager and Education Team, and opportunities for growth within the Hunter New England Local Health District.


If the below sounds like you we’d LOVE to hear from you!
You are someone who:
✔ Holds current registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse (medication endorsed where applicable)
✔ Brings recent clinical experience, preferably in a general or medical ward
✔ Demonstrates person-centred, evidence-based practice
✔ Works collaboratively, respects diversity, and communicates sensitively
✔ Takes ownership of your role – you follow through, are proactive, and ensure no task is left unfinished


The Perks
✅ Free onsite parking - because no one likes a parking hunt
✅ Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero 
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
✅ Paid parental leave to support your next big chapter (for eligible employees)
✅ 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 

Additional Information:

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• 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.

For role related queries or questions contact Cassandra Bailey on Cassandra.Bailey@health.nsw.gov.au
 

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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au 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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 
 
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