Endorsed Enrolled Nurse - Periopeartive Unit
Perioperative Nursing in Paradise – Grow Your Skills and Love Your Lifestyle
Remuneration: $65,024.93 - $70,655 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Manning Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ603586
Applications close: Monday 29th September 2025
Where you’ll be working
Nestled on the banks of the Manning River, Taree is one of regional NSW’s best-kept secrets. Just 30 minutes from stunning beaches like Old Bar, Forster/Tuncurry and Diamond Beach, and on the gateway to Barrington Tops’ waterfalls and rainforest hikes, it’s the perfect balance of coastal charm, country serenity, and community spirit. More space, less stress, and a welcoming town make Taree the ideal location to live, work, and raise a family.
Manning Hospital’s progressive Perioperative Department is equipped with three operating theatres, a dedicated endoscopy room, and an eight-bay PACU with a modern day stay unit. Here, you’ll be part of a team that combines clinical excellence with supportive teamwork in a regional setting.
About the role
No two days are the same in this busy unit. You’ll rotate through scrub, scout, anaesthetic, and PACU nursing roles, supporting a broad range of procedures including endoscopy, general surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, urology, obstetrics and gynaecology. With 34 theatre lists per month and a structured roster covering seven days a week (including after-hours on-call), you’ll enjoy both variety and routine.
Your day will begin with a clear role assignment and theatre list, ensuring purpose and direction in your shift. Best of all, you’ll never work in isolation – this is a team that thrives on collaboration and support.
About you
We’re seeking nurses who are motivated, team-oriented, and eager to grow in the perioperative field. You’ll bring excellent communication skills and a commitment to safe, compassionate, and person-centred care.
Requirements
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Post-registration qualifications in perioperative nursing (or a willingness to complete)
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. 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 work-life 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
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Cheryl Tenbosch on Cheryl.Tenbosch@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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
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This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
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.
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.
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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.
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
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.
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