Enrolled Nurse Opportunities - John Hunter Hospital - Targeted

Join John Hunter Hospital – Where Your Nursing Career Takes Flight
 

Remuneration: $33.78 - $35.98 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging 
Employment Type: Various Opportunities Available   
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Location: John Hunter Hospital / Awabakal Country 
Requisition ID: REQ645347

 

There’s never been a more exciting time to join John Hunter Hospital!

With our major redevelopment almost complete - cutting-edge facilities and a wealth of career pathways are here for you! 

This is your chance to grow, belong and make a real impact being supported every step of the way. 

The Community You Will Join 

As an Enrolled Nurse at John Hunter Hospital, you will have access to tailored education programs, study days, and our Enrolled Nurse Transition Program to build confidence, develop your skills, and achieve your goals. 

With a smooth orientation, ongoing guidance, and clear pathways across medical, interventional, and surgical specialties, you’ll be set up to start strong and grow your career. 

Scheduled for completion in September 2026 the $835 million JHH North development will provide new state of the art facilities - Where you can be a part of research, clinical care, and innovation coming together to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.

This development will see the addition of: 

• An expanded Emergency Department

• Advanced Intensive Care Units

• 22 operating theatres and nine interventional suites

• Enhanced women’s services

• A dedicated Child and Adolescent Mental Health Unit
   
   

Hear From Our Team

“I started my nursing career at John Hunter Hospital, and the support I received as an Enrolled Nurse helped me grow into the clinician, I am today. It’s a place that truly values your contribution and invests in your development.”

- Current Enrolled Nurse, Surgical Services
 

“At JHH, everyone works together — no matter your title or experience. You’re part of a team that genuinely cares.”

- Enrolled Nurse, Medical and Interventional Services

Find Your Perfect Fit 

If your seeking part-time, full-time, or casual work, we offer a wide range of temporary and permanent roles across various services - Apply today and discover the opportunity that’s right for you!

Medical & Interventional Services

• E1 - General Medicine

• G3 - Cardiology & Gastroenterology

• F2 - Respiratory & Infectious Diseases

• K1 - Nephrology

• MACU - Medical Assessment Coordination Unit

• Rankin Park South - Rehabilitation

• Rankin Park North - Rehabilitation

Surgical Services

• F1 - Orthopaedics

• E3 - Elective Orthopaedics

• E2 - Urology & Ophthalmology

• G2 - Neurology & Neurosurgery

• J3 - General Surgery (Colorectal & Upper GI)

• G1S - Trauma / ENT

• F3 - Cardiovascular & Vascular Surgery

• SDIPB - Same Day Inpatient Beds

• AGSU / Transplant - Acute General Surgical Unit & Transplant

Benefits

Join an inclusive, empowering workplace where kindness, respect, and teamwork aren’t just values - they’re how we work every day, helping you belong, thrive, and make a real difference. 

Also enjoy the benefits HNE has to offer including: 

• 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) – true work-life balance
• Increase your take home pay with Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Discounted gym options for you and your family with Fitness Passport 
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Join a hospital that’s growing, evolving, and ready to welcome you. Because at John Hunter Hospital, you’re not just taking a job - you’re joining a community that believes in you.

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 Belinda Owen on Belinda.Owen@health.nsw.gov.au or Tel: 02 4921 4467  
 

Additional Information  

• 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. 
• Job share / part time arrangements will be considered 
• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
• 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.