Registered Nurse Opportunities John Hunter Hospital - Targeted

Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging + Allowances
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time, and Casual Opportunities Available

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Location:  John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country

Requisition ID: REQ611010

Applications Close: Monday 17^th November 2025 (applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis)


Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.


🌟 Join the John Hunter Hospital Nursing Team – Where Passion Meets Possibility 🌟

At John Hunter Hospital, it’s the people who make the place.

Ask anyone, it’s our culture of teamwork, support, and genuine care that keeps nurses here year after year. We’ve built a community where everyone has your back, where tough days are met with laughter and teamwork, and where you’ll always feel valued and supported.

Right now is an incredible time to join us. With the $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct underway, we’re transforming healthcare in the Hunter, creating new spaces, new roles, and endless opportunities to grow your career.

Whether you’re a seasoned nurse or ready to take your next step, this is your chance to learn, lead, and thrive in one of NSW’s leading tertiary hospitals.

💙 Why You’ll Love Working With Us

•  Amazing People: Join teams who genuinely care for each other; it’s what we’re most proud of.

• Career Growth: From leadership pathways to specialty training, we’ll help you reach your goals.

• Teaching Hospital Advantage: Work, learn, and grow alongside some of Australia’s best.

• Innovation Meets Opportunity: Be part of our exciting new redevelopment.

• Culture That Cares: Kindness, teamwork, and respect aren’t just words; they’re our way of life.
  
  
  

Plus, enjoy fantastic 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) - true work-life balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health & well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

💬 Hear From Our Team

“It’s the people that make John Hunter Hospital special. You’re supported to grow, encouraged to learn, and surrounded by colleagues who genuinely care.”
— John Greentree, A/Deputy Director of Nursing, Medical and Interventional Services

“I started as a new grad here in 2003, and I’m still proud to call John Hunter Hospital home. The support, the teamwork, and the opportunities for growth are second to none.”
— Kristy Connelly, Deputy Director of Nursing, Surgical Services


🩺 Find Your Perfect Fit

 Medical & Interventional Services

• E1 - General Medicine

• G3 - Cardiology & Gastroenterology

• F2 - Respiratory & Infectious Diseases

• K1 - Nephrology

• MACU - Medical Assessment Coordination Unit

• Rankin Park South - Rehabilitation

• Rankin Park North - Rehabilitation
  
  

Surgical Services

• F1 - Orthopaedics

• E3 - Elective Orthopaedics

• E2 - Urology & Ophthalmology

• G2 - Neurology & Neurosurgery

• J3 - General Surgery (Colorectal & Upper GI)

• G1S - Trauma / ENT

• F3 - Cardiovascular & Vascular Surgery

• SDIPB - Same Day Inpatient Beds

• AGSU / Transplant - Acute General Surgical Unit & Transplant
  
  

Join a hospital that’s growing, evolving, and ready to welcome you.
Because at John Hunter Hospital, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a community. 💙

Apply today and make your next career move one that truly matters.

Click here for the Position Description 

Find out more about applying for this position

📧 Contact: Belinda Owen | Belinda.Owen@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. 

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. 
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.  

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

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

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