Registered Nurse - Targeted
Step into one of our multiple rewarding opportunities as our Registered Nurse, where each day brings the chance to expand your clinical expertise, collaborate with a dynamic team, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of diverse patients!
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ519723
Registered Nurse – Targeted
John Hunter Hospital
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.
About the role:
As a K1 Registered Nurse, you will have the rewarding role of caring for Nephrology patients as well as those from other specialties, providing you with the opportunity to expand your clinical expertise across diverse medical fields. This role offers an enriching environment for professional growth, where each day brings new experiences and the chance to make a lasting impact on patient lives.
Where you’ll be working:
John Hunter Hospital is ideally located in New Lambton Heights, just a short drive from Newcastle’s city centre, making it incredibly accessible for patients and visitors from across the Hunter region and beyond. Nestled within a serene green environment, this world-class medical facility offers a peaceful setting that complements its comprehensive range of services and state-of-the-art healthcare. With easy access to major roads, public transportation, and beautiful surrounding parks, John Hunter Hospital ensures a convenient yet calming atmosphere for healing and recovery.
Ward K1 is a specialised Nephrology Unit where expert care meets dedication.
Our skilled team, including Clinical Nurse Specialists, Registered and Enrolled Nurses, collaborates seamlessly with our Doctors and Allied Health professionals to deliver exceptional, patient-centred care. Together we are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes and enhancing the well-being of every individual in our care.
Benefits:
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees).
- Four (4) weeks annual leave for temporary and permanent employees (pro-rata if part time).
- Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
- Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
- Working for a highly regarded public health facility, where supporting the local community is at the forefront of our business strategy.
- You will benefit from dedicated support through a ward-based mentor and the guidance of a Clinical Nurse Educator, ensuring a nurturing environment for your professional growth and development.
Requirements:
Our successful candidate will possess the following:
About you:
- You will bring a strong work ethic and have the ability to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- You will have the expertise to swiftly recognise and respond to signs of patient deterioration, ensuring the highest standard of responsive, compassionate care.
- You will have the ability to prioritise tasks and manage your workload, essential qualities for thriving within our friendly and supportive team environment.
Additional information:
- Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.
- Interviews are tentatively scheduled for Monday 18th November 2024.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.
Need more information?
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Gemma Fogarty on gemma.fogarty@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
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
HNE 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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