Registered Nurse Emergency Department and/or Emergency Short Stay Unit
Employment Type: Various
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 Hours Per Week
Requisition ID: REQ635525
Location: John Hunter Hospital |
Closing Date: Monday 16th February
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Shape the Future of Emergency Care
Join one of Australia’s leading Emergency Departments at John Hunter Hospital, a tertiary referral centre delivering world-class emergency care to both adult and paediatric patients. Located in the vibrant city of Newcastle, in the heart of the beautiful Hunter Region, this role offers the rare combination of a dynamic metropolitan career with an exceptional coastal lifestyle.
John Hunter Emergency Department is one of the busiest mixed adult and paediatric tertiary Emergency Departments in Australia, managing over 85,000 presentations annually. We are proud to be the only Trauma Referral Centre in NSW outside of Sydney.
Our comprehensive department includes:
Adult and Paediatric Resuscitation & Trauma Bays
Acute Adult and Paediatric Areas
Fast Track
Emergency Short Stay Unit (ESSU)
We provide critical care across a wide range of specialties, including:
Major trauma
Neurosurgical and neurological emergencies (including acute stroke)
Cardiology and cardiothoracic emergencies
Major orthopaedic presentations
Paediatric and adolescent mental health care
A Future-Focused Department
In 2026, the $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct will open, featuring a brand-new, state-of-the-art Emergency Department. This redevelopment will redefine emergency care delivery and clinical excellence in the Hunter Region—offering our staff the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment designed for the future of healthcare.
What We Can Offer
A highly skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team
Registered Nurses with strong postgraduate specialty expertise
Dedicated Clinical Nurse Educators, Clinical Nurse Unit Managers, and Clinical Nurse Specialists
A robust and supportive education framework
Transition to Emergency Nursing Program
Individualised specialty training across all ED areas
Opportunities to grow, specialise, and build a long-term emergency nursing career
About You
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurses who are passionate about patient safety, continuous learning, and teamwork. You will thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and contribute to a supportive, professional, and patient-centred culture.
Successful applicants will demonstrate:
A positive work ethic and professional attitude
Strong teamwork and communication skills
A commitment to excellence in patient care
Enthusiasm for learning in a dynamic clinical environment
Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
Energetic, enthusiastic, and community-minded, with a dedication to closing the gap.
Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
The Perks
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)
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅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?
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For role related queries or questions contact Kellie Millan on Kellie.Millan@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 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.
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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