Enrolled Nurse
Make a difference in a coastal community – join the nursing team at Tomaree Community Hospital.
Remuneration: $65,024.93 - $70,655 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Tomaree Community Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ589901
Applications Close: Thursday 17th July 2025
Where you'll be working:
Tomaree Community Hospital is located in the heart of Nelson Bay, a coastal haven within the picturesque Port Stephens region on the NSW North Coast. Enjoy a relaxed sea-change lifestyle while delivering high-quality care in a facility that includes a 24-hour Emergency Department, outpatient services, and aged care support. With beaches, bushwalks, vibrant cafés, and marine adventures at your doorstep, you’ll love where you live and work.
About the role:
As an Enrolled Nurse, you’ll play an essential role in delivering compassionate, person-centred care across a variety of clinical settings including emergency, ambulatory, and aged care. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll contribute to high standards of care while continuing to grow your clinical skills. You’ll be supported with a thorough orientation and access to an on-site educator to guide your development and help you thrive in your role.
About you:
You are a motivated and caring Enrolled Nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working with a diverse patient population. You’ll bring:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- A commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based care
- Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic healthcare setting
Requirements:
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Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
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:
- Pristine beaches and crystal-clear bays
- Whale watching, dolphin cruises, and world-class snorkelling
- Coastal walks, national parks, and an abundance of outdoor activities
- A relaxed coastal vibe with vibrant cafes, local markets, and family-friendly attractions
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 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
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 Christine Hele on Christine.Hele@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
