Neuroscience Registered Nurse
Learn, Grow and Thrive in a Specialist Nursing Environment.
Remuneration: $81, 748.17 - $114, 771.98 p.a + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Various Permanent Part time and Full Time opportunies available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: Up to 38hrs/week
Requisition ID: REQ693543
Applications close: Tuesday, 6th October 2026
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
Find Your Place in Neuroscience Nursing
Every patient has a different story - and in the Acute Neuroscience Unit, you'll play a vital role in helping them recover from some of the most complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions.
We're looking for compassionate Registered Nurses to join our supportive 32-bed unit, made up of 10 Close Observation beds and 22 General Ward beds. Whether you're building on your acute experience or ready to discover a specialist area of nursing, you'll be welcomed into a team that values learning, collaboration and exceptional patient care.
A Unit Where You will Learn Every Day
Neuroscience nursing offers incredible variety, with exposure to patients experiencing acute stroke, brain and spinal injuries, epilepsy, brain tumours and complex neurosurgical conditions. No two shifts are the same, and you'll be supported to continually expand your clinical skills.
What you can expect:
Comprehensive unit-specific orientation
Ongoing education and competency development
Mentorship from experienced neuroscience nurses
Close collaboration with medical and allied health teams
Genuine opportunities for career progression within a specialist service
You'll be part of a team that encourages questions, celebrates growth and supports one another through every stage of your career.
Bring Your Compassion. We Will Support the Growth
We're seeking Registered Nurses who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering person-centred, evidence-based care.
You'll bring:
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Sound clinical judgement and the ability to prioritise competing demands
Confidence using electronic patient record systems and digital technology
A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
Working with Hunter New England Health also means you'll enjoy:
Up to 6 weeks annual leave (eligible employees)
A monthly ADO for full-time employees
Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
Fitness Passport and discounted gym access
Paid parental leave options
Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support
Experience in neuroscience is welcome - but it's your enthusiasm, compassion and willingness to learn that matter most.
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 Emily Sanderson on Emily.Sanderson@health.nsw.gov.au
Additonal Infroamtion
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
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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.
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
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.
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.
