Registered Nurse - Paediatrics & Special Care Nursery
Make a difference in the lives of vulnerable infants, children and families in a supportive, regional health setting.
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 per annum + 12% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Manning Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ586294
Applications Close: Tuesday, 5th August 2025
Where You Will Be Working:
Join our dynamic and collaborative team caring for neonates, children and young people aged 0–16 years across two specialised units:
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Special Care Nursery (SCN):
A Level 3 unit with 3 beds, caring for neonates from 34 weeks gestation and back transfers from John Hunter Children’s Hospital NICU (from 32 weeks). The SCN provides respiratory/CPAP support, hypoglycaemia and jaundice management, and care focused on the growth and development of premature babies. -
Paediatric Unit:
An 8-bed unit (with flexible capacity), supporting children and adolescents with medical, surgical, orthopaedic, mental health, and oncology needs.
These units are closely networked with tertiary centres including John Hunter Children’s Hospital (JHCH), ensuring continuity of care and optimal outcomes for our patients.
What This Role Involves:
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Deliver high-quality, family-centred nursing care across both the SCN and Paediatric Unit.
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Act as a clinical resource and provide leadership and mentorship to newer staff, particularly when caring for neonates and children.
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Communicate effectively with families, multidisciplinary teams, and tertiary hospitals.
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Work a rotating 24-hour roster, including 12-hour shifts in SCN.
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Collaborate with an experienced Clinical Nurse Educator who supports orientation, education, and professional development.
Essential Requirements:
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
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:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- 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 lease
- 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
Additional Information:
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Tracey Laidlaw on Tracey.Laidlaw@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.
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.
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.
Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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