Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Be the clinical leader who changes the IBD journey for patients and families
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Remuneration: $143,851.10 - 154,025.92 + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ636381
Closing Date: Wednesday 25th February
About Us
John Hunter Hospital is the largest hospital in the district and a Level 6 tertiary referral, major trauma and teaching hospital. Servicing a population of more than 800,000 people across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens, JHH is recognised for delivering high-quality specialist care and fostering clinical leadership and innovation.
Our IBD service is an established, collaborative team of medical and nursing leaders who actively participate in, lead and practise evidence-based IBD care at both national and international levels.
About the Role
John Hunter Hospital (JHH) is seeking an experienced and motivated nurse leader to join our established Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) service. This role focuses on improving access to timely treatment for newly diagnosed patients while providing comprehensive, ongoing support to individuals and families living with IBD.
You will play a key role in delivering advanced, evidence-based care within a dynamic multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be passionate about expanding the boundaries of nursing practice and committed to excellence in patient-centred care.
What You’ll Be Doing
Improving access to treatment pathways for newly diagnosed IBD patients
Providing advanced clinical assessment, management and follow-up care
Supporting patients and families through education, advocacy and care coordination
Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care
Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives
Participating in national and international IBD panels and professional forums
Professional Development & Support
We are committed to supporting your career progression. The successful candidate will receive:
A dedicated Nurse Practitioner mentor
Senior medical supervision
Leadership and management support through Medical & Interventional Services
Access to further training and professional development opportunities
This role offers an exciting opportunity to extend your clinical practice and deliver care at an advanced level within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
About You
A registered nurse with advanced clinical experience in IBD or gastroenterology
A confident and adaptable clinician who embraces evolving approaches to IBD management
Passionate about delivering patient-centred, evidence-based care
A natural leader who thrives on advancing nursing practice
Committed to professional development and clinical excellence
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
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
Need more information?
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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For role related queries or questions contact Shalini Singh on Shalini.Singh1@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.
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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