Enrolled Nurse Transition Program: Acute Care

🌟 Launch Your Nursing Career with the Enrolled Nurse Transition Program (ENTP) – John Hunter Hospital 🌟


Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging 
Hours Per Week: 32
Locations: John Hunter Hospital | Maitland Hospital | Awabakal Country
Requisition ID: REQ613486
Applications Close: Monday 24th November 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis)

Are you a 2025 Diploma of Nursing Graduate ready to take the next step in your nursing journey?
Join the Enrolled Nurse Transition Program (ENTP) at John Hunter Hospital — one of NSW’s leading tertiary referral and teaching hospitals — and build the foundation for a confident, rewarding career in acute care.

This 12-month immersive program offers two six-month rotations across our Medical, Interventional, and Surgical Services, giving you hands-on experience in a wide range of specialties and settings.

With expert mentorship, a supportive team culture, and structured education, the ENTP is your launchpad to success.

💙 Why You’ll Love the ENTP

Step into a Supportive Start:
Enjoy a comprehensive orientation program, supernumerary shifts, and ongoing mentorship from Clinical Nurse Educators and our dedicated ENTP Coordinator.

Learn and Grow:
Access study days, 90-minute education sessions, and targeted clinical learning aligned with the NMBA Enrolled Nurse Standards for Practice.

Build Confidence and Competence:
Gain real-world experience in acute care, developing key skills such as medication administration, IV therapy (non-CVAD), wound and stoma management, neurological assessment, and palliative care.

Explore Diverse Specialties:
Experience the variety of acute care nursing across our Medical, Interventional, and Surgical Services.

Be Part of Something Bigger:
At John Hunter Hospital, you’ll be part of a collaborative, compassionate team where your growth and wellbeing truly matter.

🏥 Participating Clinical Areas for 2026

Medical & Interventional Services

• F2 – Infectious Diseases, Respiratory, Immunology, Dermatology
• G3 – Cardiology & Gastroenterology
• E1/5D – General Medicine & Endocrinology
• K1 – Renal
• H3 – MACU
• Endoscopy
• Rankin Park North & Rankin Park South – Rehabilitation

Surgical Services

• F3 – Cardiovascular Unit
• F1 – Orthopaedic Trauma
• E3 – Orthopaedics (Elective)
• E2 – Urology
• J3 – Colorectal
• G1S – Trauma & ENT
• G2 – Neurology & Neuroscience

📘 What to Expect

• Day 1–3: Corporate Orientation
• Day 4–6: Supernumerary period in first clinical area
• 2 Supernumerary Days for second rotation
• 2 Full Study Days and 90-minute Education Sessions throughout the year
• Continuous Support from Nurse Educators and Program Coordinator

💼 The Benefits

• 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) – enjoy true work-life balance
• Salary packaging – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport – discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – for you and your family’s wellbeing

✅ Requirements

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

💬 Hear From Our Educators

“The ENTP gives new graduates the confidence, structure, and support they need to transition into practice. It’s a program designed to help you learn, grow, and find your place in acute care nursing.”
— Neridah Thomson, Nurse Educator, John Hunter Hospital

✨ Begin Your Journey Here

Join a hospital that’s transforming healthcare and shaping the next generation of Enrolled Nurses.
Because at John Hunter Hospital, your journey begins here, and the possibilities are endless.

📞 Key Contact:
Neridah Thomson – Nurse Educator
📧 Neridah.Thomson@health.nsw.gov.au
📞 (02) 4922 3425

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Additional Information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 
• 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. 
• 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.  
• If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 
• 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. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.