Enrolled Nurse - Transition to Residential Aged Care Unit
Provide compassionate, person-centred care at a pivotal time in patients' lives, supporting both residents and their families through the transition to aged care.
Employment Type: Permanent Full and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $66,976.41 - $72,773.45 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ627396
Location: Belmont Hospital
Closing: Monday, 12th January 2026
Where You’ll Be Working
The Transition to Residential Aged Care (TRAC) Unit is a 20-bed ward where acute care meets residential aged care. Patients who have recovered from their acute medical episode but are no longer safe to return home are supported through this transition, with nurses working closely with families and carers to ensure a smooth, compassionate handover into aged care facilities.
The team culture is supportive, collaborative and patient-focused, fostering a workplace where learning, mentorship, and holistic care are prioritised. You’ll join a team that values empathy, professionalism, and making a real difference during a pivotal time in patients’ lives.
About the Role
As an Enrolled Nurse in the TRAC Unit, you’ll provide high-quality geriatric nursing care, including palliative care and social/emotional support, to patients during their transition into residential aged care. Your work will help patients and families navigate what is often a challenging and emotional change, ensuring care is delivered with dignity and compassion.
You’ll be supported from day one, with education and guidance available five days per week to help you develop confidence, skills, and clinical knowledge in aged care nursing. This is a rewarding role for nurses who enjoy building strong relationships with patients and families, working collaboratively within a supportive team, and making a meaningful impact in a unique care setting.
About You
You are a compassionate, motivated Enrolled Nurse with a genuine interest in aged care. You bring strong communication skills, a willingness to learn, and a team-focused approach to patient care.
Junior nurses are warmly encouraged to apply, with structured education and mentorship provided to support your growth and development in this specialised area of nursing.
Benefits
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 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
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For role related queries or questions contact Louise Giles on Louise.Giles@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
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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.
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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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 arrangements will be considered.
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.
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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