Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Grow your skills as an Enrolled Nurse in a supportive team environment at Gunnedah Hospital.
Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Gunnedah District Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time | Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ596997
Applications Close: Sunday 31st August 2025
Where you’ll be working
Based in Gunnedah, you’ll be working across the Inpatient Unit and Emergency Department in an acute care setting. Care is provided for medical, surgical, aged care, and palliative patients. The facility is transitioning to a new 21-bed Inpatient Unit in December, offering modern, purpose-built spaces for staff and patients alike. You’ll be part of a small and supportive team that consistently excels in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
About the role
This role involves performing all duties within the scope of practice for an Enrolled Nurse, with opportunities to expand your skills in a dynamic and varied environment. Typical hours involve three 8-hour shifts per week, with the expectation to work across AM, PM, and night shifts. You will always be supported by a supervising RN or Nurse Unit Manager, with a minimum of two staff per shift.
About you
- A competent and skilled Enrolled Nurse with at least two years’ post-graduate full-time equivalent experience.
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to work across AM, PM, and night shifts.
- Demonstrates initiative, maturity, and a strong commitment to teamwork.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive and professional approach to patient care and team culture.
Requirements
- Current registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse.
- Minimum two years’ post-graduate full-time equivalent experience.
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster of AM, PM, and night shifts.
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:
- Access to The Welcome Experience - settle into your new community with all the support you need to embrace rural NSW.
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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 Therese Mills on Therese.Mills@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent 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.
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.
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 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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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.
