Enrolled Nurse Emergency Department and/or Emergency Short Stay Unit
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Not just an Emergency Department. A place where careers are made
Employment Type: Various
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $66,976.41 - $72,773.45 + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 hours Per Week
Requisition ID: REQ635541
Closing Date: Monday 16th February
Location: John Hunter | Awabakal Country
Be Part of a Leading Tertiary Emergency Department
John Hunter Hospital Emergency Department is one of Australia’s busiest and most respected mixed Adult and Paediatric tertiary referral centres. Located in the vibrant city of Newcastle, within the stunning Hunter Region, we offer the perfect balance of metropolitan living, beautiful beaches, and a rich cultural lifestyle.
We are the only Trauma Referral Centre in NSW outside Sydney, caring for more than 85,000 presentations annually, and delivering world-class emergency care across a diverse and complex patient population.
About the Emergency Department
Our Emergency Department provides comprehensive care across:
Adult and Paediatric Resuscitation and Trauma Bays
Acute Adult and Paediatric areas
Fast Track
Emergency Short Stay Unit (ESSU)
We manage a wide range of high-acuity presentations, including:
Major trauma
Neurosurgical and neurological emergencies (including acute stroke)
Cardiology and cardiothoracic emergencies
Major orthopaedic presentations
Paediatric and adolescent mental health care
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Enrolled Nurses who are passionate about emergency care and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our community.
You will be supported by a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, including:
Clinical Nurse Educators
Clinical Nurse Unit Managers
Clinical Nurse Specialists
Our department is proud of its robust education and professional development program, supporting both current practice and long-term career progression.
About You
You will demonstrate:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong emotional intelligence and empathy
A commitment to patient-centred, high-quality care
Motivation to learn and develop within a fast-paced emergency environment
The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Enrolled Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
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
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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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